Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bechuanensis
ID:
560844

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 5: 48 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560176

Common Names

  • Bechuanaland Barleria
  • Bechuanaland Bush Violet
  • Bechuanaland Violet

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Description

Barleria bechuanensis (also called Bechuanaland Barleria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Botswana and is found in dry scrublands. It has ovate leaves and white or pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria bechuanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, skin diseases, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Barleria bechuanensis is a white or pale pink, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria bechuanensis is best propagated by seed. Sow the seed in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seed should germinate within two weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into individual containers. Barleria bechuanensis prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water the plant regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Fertilize the plant every two weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Where to Find Barleria bechuanensis

Barleria bechuanensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Barleria bechuanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleria bechuanensis?

Barleria bechuanensis

What is the family of Barleria bechuanensis?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Barleria bechuanensis?

Bechuanaland Barleria

Species in the Barleria genus

Barleria albomarginata, Barleria brevispina, Barleria dentata, Barleria ilicifolia, Barleria samhanensis, Barleria aenea, Barleria aristata, Barleria purpureotincta, Barleria acanthoides, Barleria aculeata, Barleria acuminata, Barleria affinis, Barleria albostellata, Barleria alluaudii, Barleria amanensis, Barleria ameliae, Barleria angustiloba, Barleria antunesii, Barleria arabica, Barleria argentea, Barleria argillicola, Barleria arnottiana, Barleria aromatica, Barleria asterotricha, Barleria bechuanensis, Barleria benadirensis, Barleria benguellensis, Barleria biloba, Barleria bispinosa, Barleria blepharoides, Barleria boehmii, Barleria boivinii, Barleria bolusii, Barleria boranensis, Barleria bornuensis, Barleria bremekampii, Barleria brevituba, Barleria brownii, Barleria buddleioides, Barleria buxifolia, Barleria calophylla, Barleria calophylloides, Barleria candida, Barleria capitata, Barleria carruthersiana, Barleria casatiana, Barleria clinopodium, Barleria comorensis, Barleria conspicua, Barleria coriacea,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.