Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 35: 122 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130059
Common Names
- Angolan Hypericophyllum
- Hypericophyllum Angolense
- Angolan Hypericophyllum
Synonyms
- Jaumea scabrida (N.E.Br.) Lawalrée [unknown]
- Jaumea angolensis O.Hoffm. [unknown]
- Hypericophyllum scabridum N.E.Br. [unknown]
Description
Hypericophyllum angolense (also called Angola St. John's Wort, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Africa. It has yellow flowers and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in meadows, prairies, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Hypericophyllum angolense has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuel wood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypericophyllum angolense is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm and four petals. The seed is a small, brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypericophyllum angolense is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed or division. Cultivation requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and is generally pest and disease free. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Hypericophyllum angolense
Hypericophyllum angolense is native to Angola.
Hypericophyllum angolense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypericophyllum angolense?
Hypericophyllum angolense
What is the family of Hypericophyllum angolense?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Hypericophyllum angolense?
Open grasslands and rocky slopes
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,