Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
aciculare
ID:
1296364

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
tro

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 5: 190 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295702



Common Names

  • Needleleaf St. Johnswort
  • Aciculare St. Johnswort
  • Needleleaf Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum aciculare (also called Needle-leaved St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and western Asia. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and can reach a height of up to 50 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum aciculare is used for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat wounds, cuts, and bruises.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum aciculare is a yellow star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum aciculare is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Hypericum aciculare

Hypericum aciculare is native to the Mediterranean region, including Algeria, France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Spain, and Tunisia.

Hypericum aciculare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum aciculare?

Hypericum aciculare

What are the common names of Hypericum aciculare?

Needle St. John's Wort, Needle Hypericum

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum aciculare?

It is found in moist, open woods, thickets, and meadows in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Species in the Hypericum genus

Species in the Hypericaceae family

Cratoxylum arborescens, Cratoxylum cochinchinense, Cratoxylum formosum, Cratoxylum glaucum, Cratoxylum maingayi, Cratoxylum sumatranum, Eliea articulata, Harungana madagascariensis, Harungana montana, Harungana montana, Harungana rubescens, Hypericum abilianum, Hypericum aciferum, Hypericum acmosepalum, Hypericum acostanum, Hypericum addingtonii, Hypericum adenotrichum, Hypericum adpressum, Hypericum aegypticum, Hypericum aethiopicum, Hypericum afrum, Hypericum amblyocalyx, Hypericum amblysepalum, Hypericum andjerinum, Hypericum androsaemum, Hypericum annulatum, Hypericum apiculatum, Hypericum apricum, Hypericum armenum, Hypericum asahinae, Hypericum ascyron, Hypericum asperuloides, Hypericum asperulum, Hypericum assamicum, Hypericum athoum, Hypericum atomarium, Hypericum attenuatum, Hypericum aucheri, Hypericum augustinii, Hypericum australe, Hypericum aviculariifolium, Hypericum baccharoides, Hypericum balearicum, Hypericum balfourii, Hypericum barbatum, Hypericum beanii, Hypericum beccarii, Hypericum bellum, Hypericum benghalense, Hypericum bequaertii,

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