Hypericum hirsutum aka Hairy St. John's Wort
Taxonomy
Hypericum hirsutum, commonly known as hairy St John's-wort, is a species of flowering plant in the family Hyperaceae. This upright herbaceous perennial can reach a height of 30-40cm and is found in Western Europe. It features small green paired leaves and clusters of golden yellow five-petalled flowers. This downy perennial plant grows to two or three feet and has erect stems and elongated oval leaves with translucent glandular dots. The terminal inflorescences of Hypericum hirsutum bear many pale yellow flowers with pointed sepals that have stalked black dots on the margins. It is primarily found in temperate regions of Europe and western Siberia.
Common names
Hairy St. John's Wort, Hairy St John's Wort, Hairy Saint John's WortHow to care for Hairy St. John's Wort
Difficulty
Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Hairy St. John's Wort due to its easy-going nature.
Water
Hairy St. John's Wort should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Hairy St. John's Wort loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
Lighting
To ensure optimal growth, the Hairy St. John's Wort prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
Dormancy
During the wintertime, it's common for Hairy St. John's Wort to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more.
Toxicity
Ploi lacks confirmed information on the toxicity of this plant. If you, a relative, or your pet accidentally consume plant material with unknown toxicity, it's best to consult a medical expert.
Fertilizer
The Hairy St. John's Wort grows at a slow pace and doesn't require any supplementary fertilizers. By renewing its potting soil once a year, it should receive enough nourishment. Remember, plants obtain their energy from sunlight, not fertilizers.
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More Species in Hypericum Genus
Hypericum tenuifolium Heath Leaved St. John's Wort
Hypericum nummularium Round Leaved St John's Wort
Hypericum drummondii Drummond's St. Johnswort
Hypericum bellum
Hypericum xylosteifolium Turkish Tutsan
Hypericum forrestii Forrest's Tutsan
Hypericum montanum Pale St. John's Wort
Hypericum hirsutum Hairy St. John's Wort
Hypericum majus Large Saint John's Wort
