Ascyrum multicaule
Ascyrum = Greek name for a type of Hypericum
multicaule = many stemmed
| Scientific Name: | Ascyrum multicaule |
| Synonym: | Hypericum stragulum |
| Family: | Hypericaceae |
| Common Name: | St. Andrew's Cross |
| Authority: | Michx. |
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| C Value: | 8 |
| Wetness: | UPL |
| # of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 2 |
| Duration: | Perennial |
| Reproduction: | Monoecious |
| Flower Type: | Perfect |
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| Flower Color: | Yellow |
| Growth Habit: | Forb |
| Leaf Arrangement: | Opposite |
| Leaf Type: | Simple |
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| Leaf Margin: | Entire |
| Leaf Toothing: | Entire |
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| Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
| Status (State): | Not Listed |
| Status (Federal): | Not Listed |
| ID Tips: | Flowers have 4 yellow petals, unlike Hypericum flowers, which have 5 yellow petals. |
| Gee Whiz: | St. Johnswort is used to cure depression, so whenever I see this plant I feel better. |
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| More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |