Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindau
Source:
cmp
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 20: 19 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560189
Common Names
- Boehm's Barleria
- Boehm's Bush Violet
- Boehm's Violet
Description
Barleria boehmii (also called Boehm's Barleria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to India and is found in dry scrublands. It has ovate leaves and white or pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Barleria boehmii 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 boehmii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barleria boehmii 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 boehmii 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 boehmii
Barleria boehmii is found in the tropical rainforests of India.
Barleria boehmii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barleria boehmii?
Barleria boehmii
What is the common name of Barleria boehmii?
Boehm's Barleria
What is the natural habitat of Barleria boehmii?
Dry grassland and rocky slopes
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,