Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
suffruticosum
ID:
1296575

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.B.Adams & N.Robson

Source:
tro

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 63: 15 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295913



Common Names

  • Hypericum suffruticosum
  • Shrubby Hypericum
  • Shrubby Hypericum


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Description

Hypericum suffruticosum (also called ‘Hypericum de Arbusto’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Clusiaceae family. It is found in Central and South America, where it is native to the wet forests of Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador. It is typically found in lowland wet forests, but can also be found in moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum suffruticosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum suffruticosum has bright yellow flowers with five petals and numerous yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum suffruticosum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Hypericum suffruticosum

Hypericum suffruticosum is native to Europe and Asia.

Hypericum suffruticosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum suffruticosum?

Hypericum suffruticosum

What is the common name of Hypericum suffruticosum?

Suffruticosum Hypericum

What is the natural habitat of Hypericum suffruticosum?

Dry forests of the Mediterranean region

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 tro-7800720: Based on the initial data import
Norman Keith Bonner Robson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Robson' in the authors string.
P.B. Adams: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.B.Adams' in the authors string.