Status:
valid
Authors:
Hieron.
Source:
tro
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 21: 320 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295730
Common Names
- Stuebel's St. Johnswort
- Stuebelii St. Johnswort
- Stuebel's Hypericum
Description
Hypericum stuebelii (also called Stuebel's St. John's-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in meadows, pastures, and open woods. It has yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum stuebelii is used for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat wounds, cuts, and bruises.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum stuebelii is yellow, with five petals and numerous stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum stuebelii 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 stuebelii
Hypericum stuebelii can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Hypericum stuebelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum stuebelii?
Hypericum stuebelii
What are the common names of Hypericum stuebelii?
Stuebel's St. John's Wort, Stuebel's Hypericum
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum stuebelii?
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,