Hypericum adenotrichum
| Hypericum adenotrichum | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Rosids |
| Order: | Malpighiales |
| Family: | Hypericaceae[1] |
| Genus: | Hypericum |
| Binomial name | |
| Hypericum adenotrichum[2] | |
Hypericum adenotrichum is a dwarf shrub in the genus Hypericum.
Description
Hypericum adenotrichum range from 0.07-0.32 meters tall. Its flowers are 20-32 millimeters in diameter.[3]
Dispersion
The species has been seen in the United Kingdom.[4]
Name
Hypericum adenotrichum is sometimes referred to as "kantaron."
Medicinal Use
Many people use the plant in different folk medicines. It has also been looked into for its anti-cancer properties. These include slowing the growth of cancer cell lines.[5]
References
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