Status:
valid
Authors:
(Decne.) N.E.Br. ex Schinz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg 1888, xxx. 265 (1889), in obs.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384638
Common Names
- Orthanthera jasminiflora
- Jasminiflora Orthanthera
- Jasminiflora White-flowered Orthanthera
Synonyms
- Orthanthera browniana Schinz [unknown]
- Pergularia jasminiflora Burch. ex Decne. [unknown]
- Barrowia jasminiflora Decne. [unknown]
Description
Orthanthera jasminiflora (also called Jasmine-Flowered Orthanthera, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands, and is characterized by its grey-green foliage and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Orthanthera jasminiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orthanthera jasminiflora has yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orthanthera jasminiflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Orthanthera jasminiflora
Orthanthera jasminiflora can be found in South Africa.
Orthanthera jasminiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orthanthera jasminiflora?
Orthanthera jasminiflora
What is the common name of Orthanthera jasminiflora?
Jasmine-flowered Orthanthera
What is the natural habitat of Orthanthera jasminiflora?
Grasslands, scrub and rocky places
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