Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
virgatum
ID:
729120

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 4: 158 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728453



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum virgatum (also called Wand 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 slender leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum virgatum 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 virgatum 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 virgatum 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 virgatum

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

Hypericum virgatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum virgatum?

Hypericum virgatum

What is the common name of Hypericum virgatum?

Prickly St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum virgatum?

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,

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