Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
hartwegii
ID:
1296373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 127 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295711



Common Names

  • Hartweg's St. Johnswort
  • Hartwegii St. Johnswort
  • Hartweg's Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum hartwegii (also called Hartweg's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and can reach a height of up to 2 m.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum hartwegii has bright yellow flowers with five petals and numerous yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum hartwegii is a small evergreen shrub that is native to Central and South America. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a potting mix and kept moist until they germinate. Stem cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and placed in a potting mix until they root.

Where to Find Hypericum hartwegii

Hypericum hartwegii can be found in Central and South America. It is typically found in moist, shady places such as forest floors and riverbanks.

Hypericum hartwegii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum hartwegii?

Hypericum hartwegii

What are the common names of Hypericum hartwegii?

Hartweg's St. John's Wort, Hartweg's Hypericum

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum hartwegii?

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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