Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
cmp
Year:
1822
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 5: 193 (1822)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727976
Common Names
- Moran's St. John's Wort
- Hypericum Moranense
- Moran's Hypericum
Description
Hypericum moranense (also called Moran'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 moranense has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive problems, and anxiety. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Hypericum moranense are yellow in color and have five petals. They are typically 1-2 cm in diameter. Seed: The seeds of Hypericum moranense are small, black and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hypericum moranense are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericum moranense is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sterile seed-starting mix and keep the soil moist. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. Dig up the plant, divide the rootball, and replant the divisions.
Where to Find Hypericum moranense
Hypericum moranense can be found in Mexico.
Hypericum moranense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericum moranense?
Hypericum moranense
What is the common name of Hypericum moranense?
Moran's St. John's Wort
Where is Hypericum moranense found?
Hypericum moranense is found in the United States, Mexico, and Guatemala
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,