Status:
valid
Authors:
Klotzsch
Source:
cmp
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Naturw. Reise Mossambique 6(1): 208 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560579
Common Names
- Spinulosa Barleria
- Barleria spinulosa
- Spinulosa
Description
Barleria spinulosa (also called Spiny Barleria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with four-angled branches. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrub forests, and open grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Barleria spinulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has showy flowers that attract bees and butterflies and is drought tolerant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Barleria spinulosa sub. kirkii (T.Anderson) I.Darbysh.
Barleria spinulosa sub. spinulosa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barleria spinulosa is a white or pinkish-white color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barleria spinulosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to prune the plant back in late winter to encourage new growth. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during the summer months.
Where to Find Barleria spinulosa
Barleria spinulosa is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Barleria spinulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barleria spinulosa?
Barleria spinulosa
What type of plant is Barleria spinulosa?
It is a shrub
What is the natural habitat of Barleria spinulosa?
It is native to India and Sri Lanka
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,