Blepharis burundiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burundiensis
ID:
567244
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vollesen
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Blepharis (Acanthac.) Taxon. Revis. : 180 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566576
Common Names
- Blepharis burundiensis
- Burundi Blepharis
- Burundi's Blepharis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blepharis burundiensis (also called Burundi Eyelash, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Blepharis burundiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Blepharis burundiensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Blepharis burundiensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Blepharis burundiensis
Blepharis burundiensis is native to Africa, particularly in the countries of Burundi and Rwanda. It can be found in dry, sandy areas and is often found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and agricultural land.
Blepharis burundiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blepharis burundiensis?
Blepharis burundiensis
What is the common name of Blepharis burundiensis?
Burundi Blepharis
Where is Blepharis burundiensis native to?
Burundi
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
Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.