Status:
valid
Authors:
Small
Source:
tro
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 25: 616 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295896
Common Names
- Hypericum apocynifolium
- Apocynifolium Hypericum
- Apocynifolium St. John's Wort
Description
Hypericum apocynifolium (also called ‘Hypericum de Apocino’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Clusiaceae family. It is found in Central and South America, where it is native to the wet forests of Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador. It is typically found in lowland wet forests, but can also be found in moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum apocynifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypericum apocynifolium has bright yellow flowers with five petals and numerous stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum apocynifolium can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Hypericum apocynifolium
Hypericum apocynifolium is native to Europe and Asia.
Hypericum apocynifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum apocynifolium?
Hypericum apocynifolium
What is the common name of Hypericum apocynifolium?
Apocynifolium Hypericum
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum apocynifolium?
Dry forests of the Mediterranean region
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,