Hypericum gymnanthum

May be distinguished by its small 4 petaled flowers, clasping leaves that are spreading and not ascending, and its stems which are usually not branched. The Hypericums have punctate or gland-dotted leaves that are opaque if held up to the light. 5-7 prominent nerves in clasping leaves. Single stem, dichotomously branched inflorescence with no leaves. Plants woody.

Seed germination is improved by cold/moist stratification (Steffen 1997).

Found in sandy soils in barrens, low ground, and coastal prairies mostly throughout Louisiana and south-central and southeast Texas.

Bogs, savannas, in sandy soils in barrens or low ground.