Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
marahuacanum
ID:
728607

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Robson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 16: 77 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727940



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum marahuacanum (also called Marahuaca St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Venezuela. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes. It has yellow flowers with black spots and can reach up to 60 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum marahuacanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for animals.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypericum marahuacanum sub. marahuacanum
Hypericum marahuacanum sub. compactum (Triana & Planch.) N.Robson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum marahuacanum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a light, well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and place the cuttings in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Hypericum marahuacanum

Hypericum marahuacanum can be found in the mountains of Mexico.

Hypericum marahuacanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum marahuacanum?

Hypericum marahuacanum

What is the common name of Hypericum marahuacanum?

Marahuaca St. John's Wort

Where does Hypericum marahuacanum grow?

Hypericum marahuacanum is found in Venezuela

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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