Water
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Stinking Tutsan prefers consistent moisture but dislikes waterlogged conditions. Reduce watering in winter.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Also known as Goat Hypericum · St. John's Wort · Stinking St John's-Wort
Stinking Tutsan (Hypericum hircinum) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region, known for its yellow flowers and strong, unpleasant scent.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers full sun but will tolerate partial shade, especially in hotter climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained, fertile
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures. Protect from frost when young.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Feed once in spring with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Stinking Tutsan prefers consistent moisture but dislikes waterlogged conditions. Reduce watering in winter.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can encourage a bushier habit.
Stinking Tutsan tolerates hard pruning if it becomes leggy or overgrown.
Propagate from semi-ripe cuttings taken in summer. Select healthy shoots, trim them to about 10-15 cm, and dip the base in rooting hormone.
Plant in a well-draining potting mix in a propagator or cover with a plastic bag.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a good quality, well-draining potting compost. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Where Stinking Tutsan (Hypericum hircinum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Hypericaceae |
| Genus | Hypericum |
| Species | Hypericum hircinum |
Similar in genus Hypericum
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