Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
shebelleensis
ID:
1588537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ensermu & I.Darbysh.

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 73(1)-1: 19 (2018 publ. 2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000046845

Common Names

  • Barleria Shebelleensis
  • Shebelleensis Barleria
  • Shebelleensis

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Description

Barleria shebelleensis (also called Barleria shebelleensi, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and yellow anthers. It is native to Ethiopia, and is found in dry bushland and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria shebelleensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract butterflies and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barleria shebelleensis has white flowers with yellow centers and a tubular shape. Its seeds are small, round, and black in color. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a red tinge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria shebelleensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Barleria shebelleensis

Barleria shebelleensis is native to Ethiopia and can be found in the Shebelle Reserve.

Barleria shebelleensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleria shebelleensis?

Barleria shebelleensis

What is the natural habitat of Barleria shebelleensis?

It is native to the Shebelle River in Ethiopia.

What is the common name of Barleria shebelleensis?

It is commonly known as the Shebelle Barleria.

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.