fourpetal St. Johnswort

Hypericum tetrapetalum

Fourpetal St. Johnswort is a bright yellow flower that blooms in the summer. Its petals are shaped like little stars, and it can often be found in sunny spots.

Hábitat: Grasslands

Aspecto

The fourpetal St. Johnswort is a charming perennial herb with bright yellow flowers, each typically featuring four prominent petals. Its green leaves often have tiny, translucent dots and sometimes black glands, making it distinct. It stands out in sunny, damp areas.

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fourpetal St. Johnswort

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Its scientific name, 'Hypericum', means 'above the picture' because it was once hung to ward off spirits.

Look closely at its leaves; they often have tiny translucent dots, making them look 'perforated'!

Rubbing its petals or leaves can release a surprising reddish-purple liquid!

This plant loves growing in wet, boggy soils so much it's sometimes called 'bog St. Johnswort'!

Habilidades especiales

The fourpetal St. Johnswort has special compounds that can make herbivores sensitive to sunlight, helping it defend against being eaten.

This plant has roots adapted to thrive in wet, boggy soils, allowing it to grow where many other plants can't survive.

Its vibrant yellow flowers reflect UV light, creating a strong signal that helps attract bees and other insects for pollination.

Medidas y detalles

Altura: 10-50 cm
Extensión: 15-60 cm
Tamaño de la flor: 1-2.5 cm
Temporada de floración: Verano
Comestible: No
Toxicidad: Leve
Ciclo de vida: Perenne
Método de polinización: Insectos

Conexiones ecológicas

pollinates

Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Collects pollen and nectar from its bright flowers.

pollinates

Common Eastern Bumblebee

Bombus impatiens

Visits flowers to gather pollen and nectar.

pollinates

Elegant Hoverfly

Epistrophe eligans

Feeds on nectar, helping to spread pollen.

Rasgos

Floración

Las plantas con flores son cualquier planta que produce flores como parte de su ciclo reproductivo.

Floración de verano

Las plantas de floración de verano producen sus flores durante la temporada estival, a menudo aportando un color vibrante cuando muchas otras plantas ya han terminado de florecer.