Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Robson
Source:
tro
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 20: 33 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296190
Common Names
- Hypericum rubritinctum
- Red-Tinged St. John's Wort
- Rubritinctum Hypericum
Description
Hypericum rubritinctum (also called red-tinged St. John's wort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hypericaceae family. It is native to Japan. It typically grows in subalpine and alpine meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum rubritinctum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat wounds and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum rubritinctum is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum rubritinctum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Hypericum rubritinctum
Hypericum rubritinctum is native to the southeastern United States and Mexico.
Hypericum rubritinctum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum rubritinctum?
Hypericum rubritinctum
What is the family of Hypericum rubritinctum?
Hypericaceae
Where is Hypericum rubritinctum found?
Japan
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,