Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sinaicum
ID:
728981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst. ex Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 1: 808 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728314



Common Names

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


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum sinaicum 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

Hypoestes sinaicum has small, white flowers with five petals and numerous stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule containing many tiny black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum sinaicum 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 sinaicum

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

Hypericum sinaicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum sinaicum?

Hypericum sinaicum

What type of plant is Hypericum sinaicum?

It is a shrub

What is the native range of Hypericum sinaicum?

It is native to the Sinai Peninsula

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-2858943: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.