Orangegrass (Hypericum gentianoides, Prelim. Cat.: 9 (1888))

Family: Hypericaceae

Author: (L.) Britton, Sterns & Poggenb.

Bibliography: Prelim. Cat.: 9 (1888)

Year: 1888

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Hypericum

Vegetable: False

Observations: E. Canada to C. & E. U.S.A.

Description

Orangegrass, scientifically known as Hypericum gentianoides, is a fascinating plant species belonging to the Hypericaceae family. This unique plant has a geographical range that extends from Eastern Canada through to Central and Eastern regions of the United States. With a history acknowledged in botanical literature dating back to 1888, it stands as a testament to the diverse flora of North America.

Characterized by its distinctive features, Orangegrass is often found thriving in specific ecological niches, underscoring its adaptability and the specialized conditions it may favor. The plant has been meticulously documented by renowned botanists such as Britton, Sterns, and Poggenb., whose contributions have significantly enhanced our understanding of this species.

In its natural habitat, Hypericum gentianoides typically exhibits a resilience and hardiness, often partaking in the biodiversity of meadows, grasslands, and other similar ecosystems. Its presence across such a vast range highlights its ecological importance and the role it plays within its native environment.

For botany enthusiasts and researchers, Orangegrass represents not just a subject of study but also a symbol of botanical resilience and adaptability. Its enduring presence from historical records to modern-day observations continues to intrigue and inspire ongoing research and conservation efforts.

Common Names

Fra: millepertuis fausse gentiane, millepertuis fausse-gentiane
Eng: orangegrass, pinweed st. johnswort, gentian-leaved st. john’s-wort, orange-grass, pineweed
En: Orangegrass, Orange-grass St. John’s-wort, Saint John’s-wort, Pinweed st. johnswort, Gentian-leaved St. John’s-wort, Orange-grass, Pineweed
Fr: Millepertuis fausse gentiane, Millepertuis fausse-gentiane

Synonyms

• Sarothra gentianoides (L.)
• Sarothra cuneifolia (Raf.)
• Hypericum sarothra (Michx.)
• Brathys gentianoides ((L.) Spach)
• Sarothra hypericoides (Nutt.)
• Hypericum nudicaule (Walter)

Distribution

• Alabama (native)
• Arkansas (native)
• Connecticut (native)
• Delaware (native)
• District of Columbia (native)
• Florida (native)
• Georgia (native)
• Illinois (native)
• Indiana (native)
• Iowa (native)
• Kentucky (native)
• Louisiana (native)
• Maine (native)
• Maryland (native)
• Masachusettes (native)
• Michigan (native)
• Minnesota (native)
• Mississippi (native)
• Missouri (native)
• New Hampshire (native)
• New Jersey (native)
• New York (native)
• North Carolina (native)
• Nova Scotia (native)
• Ohio (native)
• Oklahoma (native)
• Ontario (native)
• Pennsylvania (native)
• Prince Edward I. (native)
• Rhode I. (native)
• South Carolina (native)
• Tennessee (native)
• Texas (native)
• Vermont (native)
• Virginia (native)
• West Virginia (native)
• Wisconsin (native)
• Brazil South (introduced)
• Dominican Republic (introduced)
• France (introduced)
• Paraguay (introduced)

Additional Images

Leaf

Taken Sep 13, 2020 by Matthias Foellmer (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 17, 2022 by Eric Walton (cc-by-sa)

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Taken Apr 7, 2022 by Viana Paz (cc-by-sa)

Habit

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Flower

Taken Sep 29, 2020 by Laura Sanders (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 24, 2020 by Laura Sanders (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 30, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Michel CANTAGREL (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 30, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Michel CANTAGREL (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Aug 30, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Michel CANTAGREL (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3189514)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:126230-2)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Hypericum gentianoides (L.) Britton, Sterns & Poggenb.)

Specifications

Growth form>: Single Crown

Growth habit>: Forb/herb

Growth rate>: Rapid

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.0

Ph minimum: 4.6

Light: 8

Atmospheric humidity: 8

Soil nutriments: 5