Hypericum bellum
Care, watering, light and tips for Hypericum bellum on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Hypericum bellum
Hypericum bellum, also known as "mei li jin si tao", is a deciduous or semi-evergreen ornamental shrub from the Hypericaceae family, valued for its attractive bright yellow flowers with numerous stamens. Its leaves are a deep green, often with reddish hues in autumn, making it an excellent specimen for borders, mass plantings, or as a standalone plant in temperate gardens.
Native range
Eastern Himalayas, from Nepal to southwestern China
Care tips
It prefers full sun to partial shade, where it will flower more profusely. Regular watering is required to keep the substrate moist, especially during dry periods, but avoid waterlogging. It adapts well to well-drained, fertile, and slightly acidic to neutral soils. A common mistake is excessive or ill-timed pruning, which can reduce its flowering; prune lightly after flowering to maintain its shape.
How to save a dying Hypericum bellum
- Warning signs
- Yellow or brown falling leaves, soft stems, no blooms or wilted flowers.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. Ensure good ventilation and moderate sun. Prune damaged stems.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and lack of light. Does not tolerate waterlogging or deep shade. Underwatering is also fatal.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. Correct watering and exposure. Prune dead parts to encourage new growth.