Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
asperulum
ID:
728038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient. 1: 60 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727371

Common Names

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

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Description

Hypericum asperulum (also called Rough St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hypericaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in a variety of habitats, from grasslands to woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum asperulum is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used to make tea. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum asperulum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum asperulum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring in a sunny location. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or autumn. Plant the divisions in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hypericum asperulum

Hypericum asperulum is native to Europe and North Africa.

Hypericum asperulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum asperulum?

Hypericum asperulum

What is the common name of Hypericum asperulum?

Rough St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum asperulum?

Grassy slopes and woodlands

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-2857755: Based on the initial data import
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.