Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
brachyphyllum
ID:
1296559

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spach) Steud.

Source:
tro

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. , ed. 2, 1: 787 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295897



Common Names

  • Hypericum brachyphyllum
  • Short-Leaved Hypericum
  • Short-Leaved St. John's Wort


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Description

Hypericum brachyphyllum (also called ‘Hypericum de Corto’, 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 brachyphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum brachyphyllum has yellow flowers with five petals and numerous stamens. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have a pair of opposite leaves and a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum brachyphyllum 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 brachyphyllum

Hypericum brachyphyllum is native to Europe and Asia.

Hypericum brachyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum brachyphyllum?

Hypericum brachyphyllum

What is the common name of Hypericum brachyphyllum?

Brachyphyllum Hypericum

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum brachyphyllum?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7800693: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.