Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
cmp
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 15: 69 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560314
Common Names
- Barleria Hildebrandtii
- Hildebrandtii Barleria
- Barleria Hildebrandtii Plant
Description
Barleria hildebrandtii (also called Hildebrandt's Barleria, among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It has green, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Barleria hildebrandtii is used as an ornamental plant, for hedging, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Barleria hildebrandtii are small, tubular, and white. Seed: The seeds of Barleria hildebrandtii are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Barleria hildebrandtii are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barleria hildebrandtii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Barleria hildebrandtii
Barleria hildebrandtii is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Angola, Botswana, and Namibia. It is found in dry, open woodlands and savannas.
Barleria hildebrandtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barleria hildebrandtii?
Barleria hildebrandtii
What is the common name of Barleria hildebrandtii?
African Bush Violet
What type of plant is Barleria hildebrandtii?
Herb
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,