Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
taygeteum
ID:
729039

Status:
valid

Authors:
Quézel & Contandr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Naturalia Monspel., Sér. Bot. 16: 121, designat. typi omissa; et in Taxon, 16: 240 (1967), cum typo. 1965

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728372



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum taygeteum (also called Taygete 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 taygeteum 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 taygeteum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum taygeteum 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 taygeteum

Hypericum taygeteum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, and North Africa.

Hypericum taygeteum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum taygeteum?

Hypericum taygeteum

What type of plant is Hypericum taygeteum?

It is a shrub

What is the native range of Hypericum taygeteum?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

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-2859030: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Quézel (1926-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quézel' in the authors string.
Juliette Contandriopoulos (1922-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Contandr.' in the authors string.