Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
andinum
ID:
1296764

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gleason

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Torreya 29: 137 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296102



Common Names

  • Andean St. John's Wort
  • Andinum St. John's Wort
  • Andinum Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum andinum (also called Andean St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 0.2 meters. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum andinum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes such as treating wounds and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum andinum has bright yellow flowers with five petals and numerous yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum andinum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix, and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hypericum andinum

Hypericum andinum is native to the Andes Mountains and can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woods and disturbed areas.

Hypericum andinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum andinum?

Hypericum andinum

What is the common name of Hypericum andinum?

Andean St. John's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum andinum?

Open woods, meadows, and roadsides

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 tro-7801375: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.