Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
repens
ID:
728891

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1755

Citation Micro:
Cent. Pl. I : 26 (1755)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728224



Common Names

  • Hypericum repens
  • St. John's Wort
  • Tutsan


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Description

Hypericum repens (also called Creeping St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 m and has yellow, star-shaped flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum repens is used to treat anxiety, depression, and insomnia. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum repens has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum repens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sterile seed-starting mix and keep the soil moist. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. Dig up the plant, divide the rootball, and replant the divisions.

Where to Find Hypericum repens

Hypericum repens is found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is also found in parts of North America, including the United States.

Hypericum repens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum repens?

Hypericum repens

What is the common name of Hypericum repens?

Creeping St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum repens?

Hypericum repens is native to North America and is found in moist, shady woods and along stream banks.

Species in the Hypericum genus

Species in the Hypericaceae family

Cratoxylum arborescens, Cratoxylum cochinchinense, Cratoxylum formosum, Cratoxylum glaucum, Cratoxylum maingayi, Cratoxylum sumatranum, Eliea articulata, Harungana madagascariensis, Harungana montana, Harungana montana, Harungana rubescens, Hypericum abilianum, Hypericum aciferum, Hypericum acmosepalum, Hypericum acostanum, Hypericum addingtonii, Hypericum adenotrichum, Hypericum adpressum, Hypericum aegypticum, Hypericum aethiopicum, Hypericum afrum, Hypericum amblyocalyx, Hypericum amblysepalum, Hypericum andjerinum, Hypericum androsaemum, Hypericum annulatum, Hypericum apiculatum, Hypericum apricum, Hypericum armenum, Hypericum asahinae, Hypericum ascyron, Hypericum asperuloides, Hypericum asperulum, Hypericum assamicum, Hypericum athoum, Hypericum atomarium, Hypericum attenuatum, Hypericum aucheri, Hypericum augustinii, Hypericum australe, Hypericum aviculariifolium, Hypericum baccharoides, Hypericum balearicum, Hypericum balfourii, Hypericum barbatum, Hypericum beanii, Hypericum beccarii, Hypericum bellum, Hypericum benghalense, Hypericum bequaertii,

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