Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
prietoi
ID:
1296806

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Robson

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 16: 58 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296144



Common Names

  • Hypericum prietoi
  • Prietoi Hypericum
  • Hypericum Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum prietoi (also called Prieto's St. John's wort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hypericaceae family, native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is a perennial herbaceous plant growing up to 30–50 cm tall, with a woody base. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum prietoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower that can be used for decoration. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum prietoi is yellow with five petals and many yellow stamens. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum prietoi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Hypericum prietoi

Hypericum prietoi is native to the United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils in the southeastern states.

Hypericum prietoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum prietoi?

Hypericum prietoi

What is the common name of Hypericum prietoi?

Prietoi St. John's Wort

What is the habitat of Hypericum prietoi?

It is found in dry, rocky, open woods and thickets

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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