Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
subsessile
ID:
729022

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Robson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 12: 239 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728355



Common Names

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


Searching for Hypericum subsessile? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Hypericum subsessile (also called Subsessile St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 m and has yellow, star-shaped flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum subsessile has been used for medicinal purposes, such as treating wounds, skin diseases, and digestive problems. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum subsessile is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

Searching for Hypericum subsessile? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum subsessile is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hypericum subsessile

Hypericum subsessile can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Hypericum subsessile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum subsessile?

Hypericum subsessile

What type of plant is Hypericum subsessile?

It is a shrub

What is the native range of Hypericum subsessile?

It is native to the Caucasus

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