Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
selaginella
ID:
1296811

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Robson

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 16: 102 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296149



Common Names

  • Hypericum selaginella
  • Selaginella Hypericum
  • Hypericum Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum selaginella (also called Selaginella 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 selaginella 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 selaginella is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum selaginella is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is generally pest and disease-free. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Hypericum selaginella

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

Hypericum selaginella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum selaginella?

Hypericum selaginella

What is the common name of Hypericum selaginella?

Selaginella St. John's Wort

What is the habitat of Hypericum selaginella?

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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