Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sherriffii
ID:
728971

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Robson & D.G.Long

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 41: 133 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728304



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum sherriffii (also called Sherriff's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum sherriffii is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum sherriffii is yellow, with four petals and a prominent cluster of stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single stem and small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum sherriffii is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Hypericum sherriffii

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

Hypericum sherriffii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum sherriffii?

Hypericum sherriffii

What is the common name of Hypericum sherriffii?

Sherriff's St. John's Wort

What type of plant is Hypericum sherriffii?

Herbaceous perennial

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-2858930: Based on the initial data import
David Geoffrey Long (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Long' in the authors string.
Norman Keith Bonner Robson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Robson' in the authors string.