Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Spic. Fl. Rumel. 1: 227 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728391
Common Names
- Hypericum thasium
- St. John's Wort
- Tutsan
Description
Hypericum thasium (also called Thasian St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and Asia, where it grows in dry, sandy soils and open woods.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum thasium 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 thasium is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum thasium 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 thasium
Hypericum thasium can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.
Hypericum thasium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum thasium?
Hypericum thasium
What are the common names of Hypericum thasium?
Giant St. John's Wort, Giant Hypericum
What are the uses of Hypericum thasium?
It is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.
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,