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
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.
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,