Hypericum sorgerae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sorgerae
ID:
728989
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Robson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 43: 264 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728322
Common Names
- Sorgerae St. John's Wort
- Sorgerae Hypericum
- Sorgerae Tutsan
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypericum sorgerae (also called Sorger's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum sorgerae has been used for medicinal purposes, such as treating wounds, skin diseases, and digestive problems. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypoestes sorgerae has small, white flowers with five petals and numerous stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule containing many tiny black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a serrated edge.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hypericum sorgerae is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Hypericum sorgerae
Hypericum sorgerae can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, and North Africa.
Hypericum sorgerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum sorgerae?
Hypericum sorgerae
What type of plant is Hypericum sorgerae?
It is a shrub
What is the native range of Hypericum sorgerae?
It is native to the Arabian Peninsula
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 kew-2858951: Based on the initial data import
Norman Keith Bonner Robson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Robson' in the authors string.