Hypericum aethiopicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aethiopicum
ID:
727982
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thunb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1800
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. : 138 (1800)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727315
Common Names
- Hypericum Aethiopicum
- Aethiopicum Hypericum
- Hypericum Ethiopian
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypericum aethiopicum (also called Ethiopian Hypericum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has an upright habit and is characterized by its ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is commonly found in dry grasslands and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum aethiopicum has been used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for humans and animals.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hypericum aethiopicum sub. sonderi (Bredell) N.RobsonFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum aethiopicum is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, thin stem.
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Hypericum aethiopicum is a terrestrial orchid that grows in sandy soils in open forests and woodlands. It is best propagated by division, as the seedlings are slow to develop. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix, and kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Hypericum aethiopicum
Hypericum aethiopicum is native to the Mediterranean. It can be found in the dry forests of the region.
Hypericum aethiopicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum aethiopicum?
Hypericum aethiopicum
What is the common name of Hypericum aethiopicum?
Hypericum aethiopicum
Where is Hypericum aethiopicum found?
Hypericum aethiopicum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
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
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:433160-1: Based on the initial data import