Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Robson
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 16: 103 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296129
Common Names
- Hypericum cymobrathys
- Cymobrathys Hypericum
- Hypericum Hypericum
Description
Hypericum cymobrathys (also called African St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and a smooth, grey bark. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericum cymobrathys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower that can be used for decoration. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericum cymobrathys is yellow with five petals and many yellow stamens. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum cymobrathys is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate dry conditions, but will not tolerate wet soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Pruning is not necessary, but can be done in late winter to shape the plant. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Hypericum cymobrathys
Hypericum cymobrathys is native to the United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils in the southeastern states.
Hypericum cymobrathys FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum cymobrathys?
Hypericum cymobrathys
What is the common name of Hypericum cymobrathys?
Cymbiform St. John's Wort
What is the natural habitat of Hypericum cymobrathys?
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,