Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
vermiculare
ID:
729113

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. , Suppl.: 129 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728446



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum vermiculare (also called Wormwood St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Hypericaceae family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has yellow flowers and wavy leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum vermiculare is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum vermiculare is yellow with five petals and many stamens. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum vermiculare is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny or partially shaded position in well-drained soil. When grown from seed, the seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and lightly covered. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into small clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Hypericum vermiculare

Hypericum vermiculare can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Hypericum vermiculare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum vermiculare?

Hypericum vermiculare

What is the common name of Hypericum vermiculare?

Wormleaf St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum vermiculare?

Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes

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-2859120: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.