Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
matopensis
ID:
561070

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
cmp

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 45: 91 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560402

Common Names

  • Matopensis Barleria
  • Barleria Matopensis
  • Matopensis Bush Viper

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Description

Barleria matopensis (also called Matopo Barleria, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in moist forests and along streams, reaching heights of up to 3 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria matopensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barleria matopensis has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria matopensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer, in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Barleria matopensis

Barleria matopensis is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Barleria matopensis FAQ

What are the common names of Barleria matopensis?

Common names of Barleria matopensis include Matopo Barleria and Matopo Bush Violet.

What is the growth habit of Barleria matopensis?

Barleria matopensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall.

What is the flower color of Barleria matopensis?

The flowers of Barleria matopensis are usually white or pinkish in color.

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

Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.