Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
matudae
ID:
728613

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 69: 394 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727946



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Thornea matudae (Lundell) Breedlove & E.M.McClint. [unknown]

Description

Hypericum matudae (also called Matuda's St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Mexico. 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 matudae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hypericum matudae 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 matudae is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mixture and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mixture.

Where to Find Hypericum matudae

Hypericum matudae can be found in the mountains of Mexico.

Hypericum matudae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum matudae?

Hypericum matudae

What is the family of Hypericum matudae?

Hypericaceae

What is the common name of Hypericum matudae?

Matud's St. John's Wort

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,