Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
austrobrasiliense
ID:
1306079

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vog.Ely, Boldrini & Bordignon

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 192: 290 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318533



Common Names

  • Hypericum austrobrasiliense
  • Austrobrasiliense Hypericum
  • Austrobrasiliense's Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum austrobrasiliense (also called 'Southern Brazilian St. John's Wort', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub species native to Brazil. It grows in moist habitats, such as riverbanks and wetlands, and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum austrobrasiliense is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, malaria, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypericum austrobrasiliense is a yellow-greenish color, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum austrobrasiliense is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Hypericum austrobrasiliense

Hypericum austrobrasiliense is found in the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil.

Hypericum austrobrasiliense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum austrobrasiliense?

Hypericum austrobrasiliense

What is the common name of Hypericum austrobrasiliense?

Austrobrasiliense

Where does Hypericum austrobrasiliense grow?

It is native to Brazil

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

Ilsi Iob Boldrini (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boldrini' in the authors string.
Sérgio Augusto de Loreto Bordignon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bordignon' in the authors string.
Cleusa Vogel Ely (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vog.Ely' in the authors string.