Hypericum ruscoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruscoides
ID:
1296388
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
tro
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 4: 63 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295726
Common Names
- Broomlike St. Johnswort
- Ruscoides St. Johnswort
- Broomlike Hypericum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypericum ruscoides (also called Ruscoides St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of 1.5 meters and has yellow flowers with five petals. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes and coastal cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum ruscoides is used for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat wounds, cuts, and bruises.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum ruscoides is yellow, with five petals and numerous stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hypericum ruscoides 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 ruscoides
Hypericum ruscoides can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is typically found in sunny, dry places such as meadows and rocky slopes.
Hypericum ruscoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum ruscoides?
Hypericum ruscoides
What are the common names of Hypericum ruscoides?
Ruscoid St. John's Wort, Ruscoid Hypericum
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum ruscoides?
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-7800330: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.