Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
hirtellum
ID:
728410

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spach) Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 8: 116 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727743



Common Names

  • Stiff St. John's Wort
  • Hypericum Hirtellum
  • Stiff Hypericum


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Synonyms

  • Drosanthe hirtella Spach [unknown]

Description

Hypericum hirtellum (also called Shaggy St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It typically grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers, and its leaves are oblong and lanceolate.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum hirtellum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypericum hirtellum var. assyriacum (Boiss.) N.Robson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum hirtellum is yellow, with four petals and many stamens. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum hirtellum is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in pots in a cold greenhouse. Cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame or in pots in a cold greenhouse.

Where to Find Hypericum hirtellum

Hypericum hirtellum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and Asia.

Hypericum hirtellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum hirtellum?

Hypericum hirtellum

What is the common name of Hypericum hirtellum?

Tall St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum hirtellum?

Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2858250: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.