Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
jauaensis
ID:
360136

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire, Steyerm. & Luteyn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 29: 146 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359468

Common Names

  • Ledothamnus jauaensis
  • Jauaensis Ledothamnus
  • Jauaen Ledothamnus

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Description

Ledothamnus jauaensis (also called 'Jaua Ledothamnus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Venezuela. It has slender stems that can reach up to 1 m in height, and its leaves are linear and sessile. It prefers moist soils and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ledothamnus jauaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ledothamnus jauaensis has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The flowers are followed by small, berry-like capsules that are yellow-green in color. The seeds of Ledothamnus jauaensis are small and black in color. The seedlings are usually a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledothamnus jauaensis can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one bud per section and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ledothamnus jauaensis

Ledothamnus jauaensis is found in Venezuela.

Ledothamnus jauaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ledothamnus jauaensis?

Ledothamnus jauaensis

What is the common name of Ledothamnus jauaensis?

Jaua Heath

What is the natural habitat of Ledothamnus jauaensis?

Heathland, dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.