Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hypericifolia
ID:
38138

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20(3): 202 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037467



Common Names

  • Chromolaena hypericifolia
  • St. John's Wort
  • Hypericum


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium hypericifolium Kunth [unknown]
  • Osmia hypericifolia Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena hypericifolia (also called Siam Weed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 3 m in height and is found in a variety of habitats including disturbed areas, roadsides, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena hypericifolia is used as a traditional medicine for treating diarrhea, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a fertilizer to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chromolaena hypericifolia is a white-pinkish color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena hypericifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils.

Where to Find Chromolaena hypericifolia

Chromolaena hypericifolia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

Chromolaena hypericifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena hypericifolia?

Chromolaena hypericifolia

What is the common name of Chromolaena hypericifolia?

Hypericifolia

What is the native range of Chromolaena hypericifolia?

Central and South America

Species in the Chromolaena genus

Chromolaena larensis, Chromolaena squalida, Chromolaena collina, Chromolaena heteroclinia, Chromolaena santanensis, Chromolaena trujillensis, Chromolaena mallota, Chromolaena maximilianii, Chromolaena anachoretica, Chromolaena elliptica, Chromolaena myriocephala, Chromolaena arrayana, Chromolaena pseudinsignis, Chromolaena oxylepis, Chromolaena geranifolia, Chromolaena mucronata, Chromolaena corymbosa, Chromolaena horminoides, Chromolaena callilepis, Chromolaena bullata, Chromolaena chrysosticta, Chromolaena campestris, Chromolaena porphyrolepis, Chromolaena tamaulipasensis, Chromolaena pellia, Chromolaena sagittata, Chromolaena impetiolaris, Chromolaena kleinii, Chromolaena arnottiana, Chromolaena xestolepis, Chromolaena caldensis, Chromolaena bigelovii, Chromolaena breedlovei, Chromolaena picta, Chromolaena tunariensis, Chromolaena ossaeana, Chromolaena integrifolia, Chromolaena hookeriana, Chromolaena bathyphlebia, Chromolaena lucayana, Chromolaena herzogii, Chromolaena bahamensis, Chromolaena roseorum, Chromolaena macrantha, Chromolaena moritziana, Chromolaena steyermarkiana, Chromolaena xestolepidoides, Chromolaena pedunculosa, Chromolaena ponsiae, Chromolaena orbignyana,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-136237: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.