St. Andrew's Cross
Eric Hunt, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Hypericum hypericoides
Family: Clusiaceae (Mangosteen Family)
The four yellow petals form a cross, giving the plant its name. St. Andrew's cross sometimes forms a mat and is low to the ground, or it can form a small shrub. In mild winters, it is evergreen. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade.
- Scientific Name: Hypericum hypericoides
- Common Names: St. Andrew's Cross
- Family: Clusiaceae (Mangosteen Family)
- Growth Habit: Perennial
- Height: 1 to 5 feet
- Leaves: Linear or Oblanceolate
- Flowers: Yellow
- Bloom Time: July through October
- Wildlife Benefits: The nectar, pollen, and seeds are all attractive to wildlife.
Where to Find It
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