Status:
valid
Authors:
(Klatt) J.-P.Lebrun & Stork
Source:
gcc
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Énum. Pl. Fleurs Afr. Trop. 4: 300 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132406
Common Names
- Hypericophyllum
- High-altitude-St.-John's-wort
- Tall-St.-John's-wort
Synonyms
- Jaumea altissima Klatt ex Schinz [unknown]
- Jaumea altissima Klatt [unknown]
Description
Hypericophyllum altissimum (also called High Hypericophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericophyllum altissimum is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The flowers are yellow and the foliage is evergreen.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypericophyllum altissimum has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericophyllum altissimum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in autumn or early spring in a cold frame or in situ. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Hypericophyllum altissimum
Hypericophyllum altissimum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Hypericophyllum altissimum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericophyllum altissimum?
Hypericophyllum altissimum
What is the common name of Hypericophyllum altissimum?
Tall hypericophyllum
What type of plant is Hypericophyllum altissimum?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Hypericophyllum genus
Hypericophyllum brevipapposum,
Hypericophyllum multicaule,
Hypericophyllum tessmannii,
Hypericophyllum hessii,
Hypericophyllum congoense,
Hypericophyllum nyassicum,
Hypericophyllum angolense,
Hypericophyllum compositarum,
Hypericophyllum altissimum,
Hypericophyllum elatum,
Hypericophyllum gossweileri,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,