Hypericum bellum
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H. bellum is a semi-evergreen, densely-branched shrub with arching stems to 1m tall. Leaves arebroadly ovate to almost circular with wavy edges; golden-yellow, cup-shaped flowers to 3.5cm in diameter are borne at stem tips above the foliage from early summer into autumn
Scientific classification
- Species
- Hypericum bellum (Hypericum bellum)
- Genus
- Hypericum
- Family
- Hypericaceae
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Autumn · Winter · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Hypericum bellum
Distribution map
Himalaya, Western China
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Culture
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Toxicity
Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of Hypericum bellum
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Hypericum bellum care guide
- Moderate watering, tolerates slight dryness once established
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate watering, tolerates slight dryness once established
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed in autumn or by softwood cuttings or semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust and honey fungus (rarely)
Pests
Generally pest-free
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