Status:
valid
Authors:
Oberm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Ann. Transvaal Mus. 15: 145 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560537
Common Names
- Rotundifolia Barleria
- Bush Violet
- Bluebell Bush
Description
Barleria rotundifolia (also called Round-leaved Barleria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and yellow-tipped stamens. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Barleria rotundifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Barleria rotundifolia has white or pink flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barleria rotundifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants prefer full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Barleria rotundifolia
Barleria rotundifolia is found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.
Barleria rotundifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barleria rotundifolia?
Barleria rotundifolia
What is the common name of Barleria rotundifolia?
Round-leaved Barleria
What is the natural habitat of Barleria rotundifolia?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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,