Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
roraimense
ID:
728909

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gleason

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 56: 399 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728242



Common Names

  • Hypericum roraimense
  • St. John's Wort
  • Tutsan


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Description

Hypericum roraimense (also called Roraima St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub that is native to the Andes region. It typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 m and has yellow, star-shaped flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum roraimense is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum roraimense has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum roraimense 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 roraimense

Hypericum roraimense is found in South America, including Venezuela, Colombia, and Brazil.

Hypericum roraimense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum roraimense?

Hypericum roraimense

What is the common name of Hypericum roraimense?

Roraima St. John's Wort

Where is Hypericum roraimense found?

Hypericum roraimense is found in Guyana and 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2858865: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.