Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
jaramilloi
ID:
728450

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Robson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 16: 86 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727783



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum jaramilloi (also called Jaramillo's 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 jaramilloi 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 flower of Hypericum jaramilloi is a yellow star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum jaramilloi 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 jaramilloi

Hypericum jaramilloi can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Hypericum jaramilloi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum jaramilloi?

Hypericum jaramilloi

What is the common name of Hypericum jaramilloi?

Jaramillo's St. John's-wort

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum jaramilloi?

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,

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