Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
scruglii
ID:
747282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bacch., Brullo & Salmeri

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 28: 469 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746615



Common Names

  • Hypericum scruglii
  • Scrugl's St. John's Wort
  • Scrugl's Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum scruglii (also called Scruglii, among many other common names) is a small shrub of the Hypericaceae family, native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum scruglii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive white flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments including fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Hypericum scruglii flower is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum scruglii is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the root system. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and does not require regular fertilization.

Where to Find Hypericum scruglii

Hypericum scruglii can be found in Spain.

Hypericum scruglii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum scruglii?

Hypericum scruglii

What type of plant is Hypericum scruglii?

A flowering plant

Where is Hypericum scruglii native to?

Spain

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

Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Cristina Salmeri (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salmeri' in the authors string.
Gianluigi Bacchetta (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bacch.' in the authors string.