Status:
valid
Authors:
Decne.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 512 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560116
Common Names
- Barjonia Chlorifolia
- Chlorifolia Barjonia
- Chlorifolia Barjonia
Description
Barjonia chlorifolia (also called Green-leaved Barjonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Barjonia chlorifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Barjonia chlorifolia is yellow, with a long cylindrical shape. Seed is small and round, and seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barjonia chlorifolia is a hardy perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring. The seeds should be sown directly in the garden in the spring or early summer. Division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Barjonia chlorifolia
Barjonia chlorifolia is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Barjonia chlorifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barjonia chlorifolia?
Barjonia chlorifolia
What is the family of Barjonia chlorifolia?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Barjonia chlorifolia?
Green-leaved Barjonia
Species in the Barjonia genus
Species in the Apocynaceae family
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Acokanthera oblongifolia,
Acokanthera oppositifolia,
Acokanthera rotundata,
Acokanthera schimperi,
Adenium boehmianum,
Adenium multiflorum,
Adenium obesum,
Adenium oleifolium,
Adenium swazicum,
Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
Aganosma siamensis,
Aganosma wallichii,
Aganosma heynei,
Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
Alafia falcata,
Alafia fuscata,
Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
Alafia perrieri,
Alafia schumannii,
Alafia thouarsii,
Alafia vallium,
Alafia verschuereni,
Alafia whytei,
Alafia zambesiaca,
Allamanda calcicola,
Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,