Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
socotranum
ID:
728984

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.D.Good

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 65: 334 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728317



Common Names

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


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Description

Hypericum socotranum (also called Socotra St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the Socotra Islands and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum socotranum has been used for medicinal purposes, such as treating wounds, skin diseases, and digestive problems. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypoestes socotranum has small, white flowers with five petals and numerous stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule containing many tiny black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum socotranum is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Hypericum socotranum

Hypericum socotranum is found in the island of Socotra, located in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Yemen.

Hypericum socotranum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum socotranum?

Hypericum socotranum

What type of plant is Hypericum socotranum?

It is a shrub

What is the native range of Hypericum socotranum?

It is native to Socotra Island

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-2858946: Based on the initial data import
Ronald Good (1896-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.D.Good' in the authors string.