Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Robson
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 72: 17 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334414
Description
Hypericum rotundifolium (also called Round-Leaf St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has basal leaves that are round to ovate in shape and yellow flowers with black centers. It is found in moist, shady areas and in rocky, open woods.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum rotundifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum rotundifolium is yellow and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum rotundifolium is an evergreen shrub that can reach a height of 1.5 m. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-established. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly.
Where to Find Hypericum rotundifolium
Hypericum rotundifolium can be found in the western United States, primarily in California and Oregon.
Hypericum rotundifolium FAQ
What is the common name of Hypericum rotundifolium?
Round-leaved St. John's Wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum rotundifolium?
It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.
What are the characteristics of Hypericum rotundifolium?
It has a short stem and round, green leaves. The yellow flowers have five petals and are star-shaped.
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,