Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mattf.) G.V.Pope
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Kirkia 10(1): 110 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084830
Common Names
- Tessmann's Hypericophyllum
- Tessmann's Sunray
- Hypericophyllum Tessmannii
Description
Hypericophyllum tessmannii (also called Tessmann's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, yellow flowers. It is native to Central Africa and is found in rocky and sandy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericophyllum tessmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericophyllum tessmannii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericophyllum tessmannii is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and grows best in well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Hypericophyllum tessmannii
Hypericophyllum tessmannii is native to Cameroon and can be found in the western and central regions.
Hypericophyllum tessmannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericophyllum tessmannii?
Hypericophyllum tessmannii
What is the common name of Hypericophyllum tessmannii?
Tessmann's hypericophyllum
What is the family of Hypericophyllum tessmannii?
Asteraceae
Species in the Hypericophyllum genus
Hypericophyllum brevipapposum,
Hypericophyllum multicaule,
Hypericophyllum tessmannii,
Hypericophyllum hessii,
Hypericophyllum congoense,
Hypericophyllum nyassicum,
Hypericophyllum angolense,
Hypericophyllum compositarum,
Hypericophyllum altissimum,
Hypericophyllum elatum,
Hypericophyllum gossweileri,
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,