Hypericum includes a variety of growth forms such as annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees. These plants can be either evergreen or deciduous. They typically feature paired leaves and produce bright yellow flowers that have noticeable stamens. After flowering, they develop capsules, which may sometimes resemble berries.

Hypericum denticulatum

Hypericum dyeri

Hypericum elegans

Hypericum ellipticum

Hypericum elodeoides

Hypericum elodes is a creeping perennial that thrives in marshy or submerged environments, reaching heights of up to 15 cm. Its foliage consists of soft, densely woolly leaves that can grow up to 1.5 cm in length and display a grey-green hue. During the summer months, this plant produces bright yellow, saucer-shaped flowers, each measuring around 1 cm in diameter. Ideal cultivation sites include bog gardens or the edges of ponds.

Hypericum elodes

Hypericum elongatum

Hypericum empetrifolium

Hypericum empetrifolium subsp. empetrifolium

Hypericum empetrifolium subsp. oliganthum

This low-growing, evergreen shrub reaches a height of up to 10 cm and features trailing, rooting stems that are densely covered with leathery leaves measuring up to 3 cm in length. In early summer, it produces clusters of yellow flowers that emerge at the tips of the stems. Ideal for use in rock gardens or alpine troughs.

Hypericum empetrifolium subsp. tortuosum

Hypericum erectum

Hypericum ericoides

Hypericum eudistichum

Hypericum fasciculatum

Hypericum floribundum

Hypericum foliosum

Hypericum forrestii is a compact, semi-evergreen shrub characterized by its ovate foliage that transforms to shades of orange and red during the winter months. The flowers are saucer-shaped, reaching up to 5 cm across, and display a bright yellow hue.

Hypericum forrestii

Hypericum forrestii Hird 54

Hypericum fosteri

Hypericum fragile Heldr. & Sartori ex Boiss.

Hypericum frondosum

Hypericum frondosum 'Sunburst'

Hypericum galioides is a perennial plant with a woody base, characterized by whorls of narrow, shiny leaves arranged along reddish, upright stems. During the summer months, it bears small yellow flowers. This species thrives in bog gardens or along the edges of ponds.

Hypericum galioides

Hypericum gentianoides

Hypericum glandulosum

Hypericum grandifolium is a compact, bushy shrub that typically reaches a height of up to 1 meter. It features arching branches adorned with dark bluish-green foliage, with leaves measuring up to 6 centimeters in length. From midsummer through autumn, this plant displays clusters of star-shaped flowers, each about 6 centimeters wide, in a vibrant golden yellow. After flowering, it develops conical red fruits.

Hypericum grandifolium

Hypericum hakonense

Hypericum henryi

Hypericum henryi subsp. hancockii

This rounded, deciduous shrub typically reaches a height of about 2 meters and may retain some foliage in milder winters. It features slender, dark green leaves and arching stems. From late summer to early autumn, it produces small, bright yellow flowers, each with distinct central yellow stamens. By September, large green berries begin to develop. 'September Sun' works well at the front of borders or can be utilized in patio arrangements and containers.

Hypericum henryi subsp. hancockii 'September Sun'

Hypericum henryi subsp. henryi

This is a small, rounded shrub that may remain semi-evergreen in warmer winters, typically reaching a height of about 1 meter. It features oval, dark green leaves and produces star-shaped yellow blooms that showcase prominent yellow stamens. The flowering period extends from early summer through autumn, followed by the development of large green berries in September. This variety is well-suited for the front of borders and works effectively as a container or patio plant.

Hypericum henryi subsp. henryi 'John Hillier'

Hypericum henryi subsp. uraloides

Hypericum hircinum is a medium-sized, semi-evergreen shrub characterized by numerous upright and spreading stems originating from the base. It features paired, narrowly oval leaves that taper to a point. The yellow flowers can reach up to 4 cm in diameter, displaying narrow petals and a prominent center filled with elongated stamens.

Hypericum hircinum

Hypericum hircinum cambessedessii

This semi-evergreen, compact shrub reaches a height of approximately 1 meter. Its leaves are broadly ovate and feature wavy edges, releasing a strong scent when crushed. During the summer months, it produces yellow flowers that can grow up to 3 centimeters in diameter, showcasing long, prominent stamens.

Hypericum hircinum subsp. albimontanum

Hypericum hircinum subsp. cambessedesii

Hypericum hircinum subsp. majus

Hypericum hircinum var. minus

Hypericum hirsutum is an erect herbaceous perennial that grows to a height of 30-40 cm. It features small, paired green leaves and produces clusters of five-petaled flowers in a golden yellow hue.

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