Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
aciferum
ID:
727953

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greuter) N.Robson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 74: 23 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727286

Common Names

  • Hypericum aciferum
  • Spiny Hypericum
  • Spiny St. John's Wort

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Synonyms

  • Elodes acifera Greuter [unknown]

Description

Hypericum aciferum (also called Spiny Hypericum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has an upright habit and is characterized by its ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is commonly found in dry grasslands and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum aciferum has been used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for humans and animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypericum aciferum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a star-shaped centre. The flowers are followed by small, round, black fruits. The fruits contain several seeds, which are black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypericum aciferum is a terrestrial orchid that grows in sandy soils in open forests and woodlands. It is best propagated by division, as the seedlings are slow to develop. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix, and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Hypericum aciferum

Hypericum aciferum is native to the Mediterranean. It can be found in the dry forests of the region.

Hypericum aciferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypericum aciferum?

Hypericum aciferum

What is the common name of Hypericum aciferum?

Hypericum aciferum

Where is Hypericum aciferum found?

Hypericum aciferum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Norman Keith Bonner Robson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Robson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:433146-1: Based on the initial data import