Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
yezoense
ID:
729154

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 31: 16 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728487



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum yezoense (also called Yezo St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Hypericaceae family. It is native to Japan, and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum yezoense is a medicinal plant used to treat skin diseases, as well as to reduce inflammation and pain. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat depression, anxiety, and insomnia. It is also used in cosmetics and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum yezoense has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a cluster of stamens in the center. The seed is a small, black, shiny nutlet. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum yezoense 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 yezoense

Hypericum yezoense can be found in Japan.

Hypericum yezoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum yezoense?

Hypericum yezoense

What is the common name of Hypericum yezoense?

Yezo St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum yezoense?

It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open forests in Japan, Korea, and China

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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