Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tortuosum
ID:
729073

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Edinburgh 11: 502 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728406



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum tortuosum (also called Twisted 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 tortuosum 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

The flower of Hypericum tortuosum 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 tortuosum 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 tortuosum

Hypericum tortuosum is native to Europe and North Africa.

Hypericum tortuosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum tortuosum?

Hypericum tortuosum

What are the common names of Hypericum tortuosum?

Tortuous St. John's Wort

What are the uses of Hypericum tortuosum?

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,