Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
retusum
ID:
728897

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aucher ex Jaub. & Spach

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient. 1: 53 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728230



Common Names

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


Searching for Hypericum retusum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Hypericum retusum (also called Retuse 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 retusum is used to treat anxiety, depression, and insomnia. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Searching for Hypericum retusum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum retusum 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 retusum

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

Hypericum retusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum retusum?

Hypericum retusum

What is the common name of Hypericum retusum?

Retuse St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum retusum?

Hypericum retusum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2858846: Based on the initial data import
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.
Pierre Martin Rémi Aucher-Éloy (1792-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aucher' in the authors string.