Hypericum lancasteri

Hypericum lancasteri

Native to:
China

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Hypericaceae
Genus:
Hypericum
Species:
Hypericum lancasteri

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Shrub , Shrub
Height:
90 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★★☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks before sowing.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society