Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lorentzianum
ID:
1296377

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg ex R.Keller

Source:
tro

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 199 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295715



Common Names

  • Lorentz's St. Johnswort
  • Lorentzianum St. Johnswort
  • Lorentz's Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum lorentzianum (also called Lorentz's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has yellow flowers with five petals and is native to South America. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum lorentzianum 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 lorentzianum 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 lorentzianum

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

Hypericum lorentzianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum lorentzianum?

Hypericum lorentzianum

What are the common names of Hypericum lorentzianum?

Lorentzian St. John's Wort, Lorentzian Hypericum

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum lorentzianum?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7800307: Based on the initial data import
Robert Keller (1854-1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Keller' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.