Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hypericifolia
ID:
249528

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1796

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Stirp. Chap. Allerton : 354 (1796)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248860

Common Names

  • Myrtus hypericifolia
  • Myrtle
  • St. John's Myrtle

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Description

Myrtus hypericifolia (also called Hypericifolia Myrtle, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Myrtus hypericifolia has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and other respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrtus hypericifolia has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrtus hypericifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Myrtus hypericifolia

Myrtus hypericifolia is native to the Caribbean region.

Myrtus hypericifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrtus hypericifolia?

Myrtus hypericifolia

What is the common name of Myrtus hypericifolia?

Hypericifolia myrtle

What is the family of Myrtus hypericifolia?

Myrtaceae

Species in the Myrtus genus

Myrtus communis, Myrtus nivellei, Myrtus phyllireaefolia, Myrtus acuminata, Myrtus aequalis, Myrtus conferta, Myrtus disperma, Myrtus emarginata, Myrtus fasciculata, Myrtus fulva, Myrtus kuma, Myrtus micarensis, Myrtus moana, Myrtus scabra, Myrtus parviflora, Myrtus pendula, Myrtus psychotrioides, Myrtus pulchella, Myrtus vulcani, Myrtus bracteifolia, Myrtus angustifolia, Myrtus vestita, Myrtus sarandi, Myrtus nobilis, Myrtus capensis, Myrtus berlandiereana, Myrtus hypericifolia, Myrtus triflora, Myrtus pavonii, Myrtus anguillensis, Myrtus racemosa, Myrtus engleriana, Myrtus longifolia, Myrtus neocaledonica, Myrtus oreogena, Myrtus megapotamica, Myrtus suaveolens, Myrtus ovalifolia, Myrtus trifida, Myrtus yapacani, Myrtus aeruginosa, Myrtus montevidensis, Myrtus mapirensis, Myrtus reticulata, Myrtus ramiflora, Myrtus racemosa,

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,