Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bainesii
ID:
567232

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore ex C.B.Clarke.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 98 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566564

Common Names

  • Blepharis bainesii
  • Bainesii Blepharis
  • Blepharis Bainesii

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Description

Blepharis bainesii (also called Baines' Eyelashweed, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb native to Africa. It grows to a height of up to 1 foot and has a branching habit. Its leaves are narrow and pointed, and its flowers are small and yellow. It grows in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Blepharis bainesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties and is used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blepharis bainesii has small yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blepharis bainesii can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or by division of clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Blepharis bainesii

Blepharis bainesii is native to Africa, particularly in the countries of Ethiopia, Somalia, Sudan, and Kenya. It can be found in dry, sandy areas and is often found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and agricultural land.

Blepharis bainesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blepharis bainesii?

Blepharis bainesii

What is the common name of Blepharis bainesii?

Baines' Blepharis

Where is Blepharis bainesii native to?

South Africa

Species in the Blepharis genus

Blepharis acanthodioides, Blepharis acuminata, Blepharis aequisepala, Blepharis affinis, Blepharis angusta, Blepharis aspera, Blepharis asteracanthus, Blepharis attenuata, Blepharis bainesii, Blepharis boranensis, Blepharis breyeri, Blepharis buchneri, Blepharis burundiensis, Blepharis calcitrapa, Blepharis capensis, Blepharis chrysotricha, Blepharis ciliaris, Blepharis crinita, Blepharis cuanzensis, Blepharis cuspidata, Blepharis decussata, Blepharis dhofarensis, Blepharis dilatata, Blepharis diplodonta, Blepharis diversispina, Blepharis drummondii, Blepharis dunensis, Blepharis duvigneaudii, Blepharis edulis, Blepharis espinosa, Blepharis exigua, Blepharis fenestralis, Blepharis ferox, Blepharis flava, Blepharis fleckii, Blepharis forgiarinii, Blepharis furcata, Blepharis gazensis, Blepharis gigantea, Blepharis glinus, Blepharis glomerans, Blepharis glumacea, Blepharis grandis, Blepharis grossa, Blepharis hildebrandtii, Blepharis hirtinervia, Blepharis huillensis, Blepharis ilicifolia, Blepharis ilicina, Blepharis inaequalis,

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
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.