Status:
valid
Authors:
Ocak & Koyuncu
Source:
ksu
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 46: 591 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746661
Common Names
- Hypericum sechmenii
- Sechmen's St. John's Wort
- Sechmenii Hypericum
Description
Hypericum sechmenii (also called Sechmen's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Turkey. It grows up to 1m in height and has small, yellow flowers with five petals. It grows in dry, open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum sechmenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a hedge plant. It is also used to make herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypericum sechmenii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum sechmenii is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the root system. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and does not require regular fertilization.
Where to Find Hypericum sechmenii
Hypericum sechmenii can be found in Turkey and the Caucasus region.
Hypericum sechmenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum sechmenii?
Hypericum sechmenii
What is the common name of Hypericum sechmenii?
Sechmen's Hypericum
Where is Hypericum sechmenii found?
Hypericum sechmenii is found in Turkey
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
Atila Ocak: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ocak' in the authors string.