Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
boehlingraabei
ID:
747343

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kit Tan, Iatroú, Vold & Strid

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Phytol. Balcan. 16(2): 227 (-231; figs. 1-4, map). 2010 [Aug 2010]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746676



Common Names

  • Hypericum boehlingraabei
  • Boehlingraabe's St. John's Wort
  • Boehlingraabe's St. John's Wort Flower


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Description

Hypericum boehlingraabei (also called Boehlingraabe's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Turkey. It grows up to 1m in height and has small, yellow flowers with five petals. It grows in dry, open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum boehlingraabei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its colorful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum boehlingraabei has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum boehlingraabei is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can tolerate light frost and is drought tolerant. To propagate from seed, sow the seed in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in late spring or early summer and root in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Hypericum boehlingraabei

Hypericum boehlingraabei can be found in Turkey and the Caucasus region.

Hypericum boehlingraabei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum boehlingraabei?

Hypericum boehlingraabei

What is the common name of Hypericum boehlingraabei?

Boehlingraabe's St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum boehlingraabei?

Grassy areas

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,

References

Arne Strid (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strid' in the authors string.
Kit Tan (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit Tan' in the authors string.
Gregoris Iatroú (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iatroú' in the authors string.
Gert Vold: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vold' in the authors string.