Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cavaleriei
ID:
1589908

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lév.

Source:

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12: 21 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047317

Common Names

  • Barleria cavaleriei
  • Cavalerie's Barleria
  • Cavalerie's Philippine Violet

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Description

Barleria cavaleriei (also called Cavalerie's Barleria, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia. It has bright green, lance-shaped leaves that grow in whorls of three around the stem. The leaves are slightly serrated and have a glossy appearance. Barleria cavaleriei grows in shallow water, such as ponds and lakes, and prefers nutrient-rich soils.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria cavaleriei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a hedge. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barleria cavaleriei has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are oval and pointed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria cavaleriei can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a moist, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into sections with a spade and replanted in a moist soil.

Where to Find Barleria cavaleriei

Barleria cavaleriei is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas of tropical forests.

Barleria cavaleriei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleria cavaleriei?

Barleria cavaleriei

What is the common name of Barleria cavaleriei?

Cavalerie's Barleria

Where is Barleria cavaleriei found?

It is found in Southeast Asia

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

Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.