large-flowered St John's wort
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H. kouytchense is a small semi-evergreen shrub with ovate leaves. Flowers golden yellow, to 6cm in width, with long stamens, followed by attractive reddish capsules in autumn
Scientific classification
- Species
- large-flowered St John's wort (Hypericum kouytchense)
- 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 · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of large-flowered St John's wort
Distribution map
S. 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 large-flowered St John's wort
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large-flowered St John's wort 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 semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrows well 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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