Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
irazuense
ID:
728438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze ex N.Robson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 16: 30 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727771



Common Names

  • Irazu St. John's Wort
  • Irazu Hypericum
  • Irazu St. Johnswort


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Description

Hypericum irazuense (also called Irazu St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Costa Rica. It grows in moist meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides. It has yellow flowers and small, oval leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum irazuense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases, wounds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hypericum irazuense are yellow, with five petals and many stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum irazuense is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is native to Costa Rica. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in pots in a cold greenhouse. Cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame or in pots in a cold greenhouse.

Where to Find Hypericum irazuense

Hypericum irazuense can be found in Costa Rica.

Hypericum irazuense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum irazuense?

Hypericum irazuense

What is the common name of Hypericum irazuense?

Irazu St. John's-wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum irazuense?

It is found in the mountains of Costa Rica

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 kew-2858292: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Norman Keith Bonner Robson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Robson' in the authors string.