Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
smithii
ID:
1321957

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.Robson) N.Robson

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 72: 5 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334411



Common Names

  • Hypericum smithii
  • Smithii Hypericum
  • Hypericum's Smithii


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Description

Hypericum smithii (also called Smith's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. 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 smithii 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 smithii is yellow and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum smithii 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 smithii

Hypericum smithii can be found in the western United States, primarily in California and Oregon.

Hypericum smithii FAQ

What is the common name of Hypericum smithii?

Smith's St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum smithii?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Hypericum smithii?

It has a short stem and oval-shaped, 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,

References

Norman Keith Bonner Robson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Robson' in the authors string.