Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jananthus
ID:
673019

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 34: 11 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672351

Common Names

  • Erica jananthus
  • Jananthus Heath
  • Jananthus Heather

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Description

Erica jananthus (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and white or pink flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica jananthus is a species of flowering plant in the heather family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used medicinally for a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica jananthus flower is a small, bell-shaped flower that is usually pink or white in color. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a reddish-purple hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica jananthus is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Erica jananthus

Erica jananthus can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.

Erica jananthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica jananthus?

Erica jananthus

What type of plant is Erica jananthus?

Erica jananthus is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Erica jananthus?

Erica jananthus is native to South Africa

Species in the Erica genus

Erica abbottii, Erica abelii, Erica abietina, Erica accommodata, Erica acuta, Erica adnata, Erica aestiva, Erica affinis, Erica agglutinans, Erica aghillana, Erica albens, Erica albertyniae, Erica albescens, Erica albospicata, Erica alexandri, Erica alfredii, Erica algida, Erica alnea, Erica alopecurus, Erica alticola, Erica altiphila, Erica amalophylla, Erica amatolensis, Erica amicorum, Erica amidae, Erica amoena, Erica amphigena, Erica ampullacea, Erica andreaei, Erica andringitrensis, Erica aneimena, Erica anemodes, Erica anguliger, Erica angulosa, Erica annalis, Erica annectens, Erica anomala, Erica arachnocalyx, Erica arborea, Erica arborescens, Erica arcuata, Erica ardens, Erica arenaria, Erica areolata, Erica argentea, Erica argyraea, Erica aristata, Erica aristella, Erica aristifolia, Erica armandiana,

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.
Inge Magdalene Oliver (1947-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Oliv.' in the authors string.