Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Robson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Hort. Soc. 95: 490 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727403
Common Names
- Beanii St. John's Wort
- Beccarii St. John's Wort
- Bellum St. John's Wort
Description
Hypericum beanii (also called 'Bean's St. John's Wort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. It typically grows in dry grasslands, meadows and pastures. It has a woody stem and bright yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum beanii has been used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for humans and animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum beanii is yellow, with five petals and numerous stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum beanii is a slow-growing stem plant that can be propagated by cutting the stems and replanting them. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and should be planted in groups for a more attractive look. It can be grown in a variety of water conditions, but prefers a pH of 6.0-7.5 and a temperature of 72-82°F (22-28°C). It should be provided with moderate to high lighting and regular fertilization.
Where to Find Hypericum beanii
Hypericum beanii is native to the Mediterranean region.
Hypericum beanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum beanii?
Hypericum beanii
What is the common name of Hypericum beanii?
Bean's St. John's Wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum beanii?
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,