Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
robertsoniae
ID:
749545

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Darbysh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Acanth.(2): 370 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748878

Common Names

  • Barleria Robertsoniae
  • Robertsoniae Barleria
  • Barleria Robertsoniae

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Description

Barleria robertsoniae (also called 'Robertson's Barleria', among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria robertsoniae is a plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a variety of uses, including as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barleria robertsoniae has white flowers with yellow centres and a five-lobed corolla. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria robertsoniae is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once established, Barleria robertsoniae requires minimal care and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Barleria robertsoniae

Barleria robertsoniae is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Barleria robertsoniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleria robertsoniae?

Barleria robertsoniae

What are the common names of Barleria robertsoniae?

Bush Violet, Bush Barleria

What is the natural habitat of Barleria robertsoniae?

Barleria robertsoniae is found in dry, rocky areas in South Africa.

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

Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77109567-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.