Status:
valid
Authors:
Choisy
Source:
tro
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Monogr. Hypéric. : 51 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295704
Common Names
- Shortstyle St. Johnswort
- Brevistylum St. Johnswort
- Shortstyle Hypericum
Description
Hypericum brevistylum (also called Short-stalked 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 brevistylum has many medicinal uses. It is used to treat anxiety, depression, and insomnia.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum brevistylum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum brevistylum 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 brevistylum
Hypericum brevistylum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Algeria, France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Spain, and Tunisia.
Hypericum brevistylum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum brevistylum?
Hypericum brevistylum
What are the common names of Hypericum brevistylum?
Short-style St. John's Wort, Short-style Hypericum
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum brevistylum?
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,