Status:
valid
Authors:
W.R.Anderson & B.Gates
Source:
cmp
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 33: 281 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560663
Common Names
- Barnebya Harleyi
- Harley's Barnebya
- Harley Barnebya
Description
Barnebya harleyi (also called 'Harley's Orchid', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has a single leaf and a single flower, which is white with a yellow lip. It is found in humid, shady areas, often growing on the bark of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Barnebya harleyi is a perennial herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barnebya harleyi is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barnebya harleyi can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Barnebya harleyi
Barnebya harleyi is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Barnebya harleyi FAQ
What are the common names of Barnebya harleyi?
Common names of Barnebya harleyi include False Snapdragon, False Snapdragon-Foxglove, and False Foxglove.
What is the scientific classification of Barnebya harleyi?
Barnebya harleyi is a species of flowering plant in the family Plantaginaceae.
What are the habitat requirements of Barnebya harleyi?
Barnebya harleyi is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Species in the Barnebya genus
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii,
Acmanthera duckei,
Acmanthera fernandesii,
Acmanthera latifolia,
Acmanthera longifolia,
Acmanthera minima,
Acmanthera parviflora,
Acridocarpus adenophorus,
Acridocarpus alopecurus,
Acridocarpus alternifolius,
Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus,
Acridocarpus ballyi,
Acridocarpus camerunensis,
Acridocarpus chevalieri,
Acridocarpus chloropterus,
Acridocarpus congestus,
Acridocarpus congolensis,
Acridocarpus excelsus,
Acridocarpus glaucescens,
Acridocarpus hirundo,
Acridocarpus humbertii,
Acridocarpus humblotii,
Acridocarpus katangensis,
Acridocarpus ledermannii,
Acridocarpus longifolius,
Acridocarpus macrocalyx,
Acridocarpus mayumbensis,
Acridocarpus monodii,
Acridocarpus natalitius,
Acridocarpus oppositifolius,
Acridocarpus orientalis,
Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus,
Acridocarpus perrieri,
Acridocarpus plagiopterus,
Acridocarpus prasinus,
Acridocarpus scheffleri,
Acridocarpus smeathmannii,
Acridocarpus socotranus,
Acridocarpus spectabilis,
Acridocarpus staudtii,
Acridocarpus ugandensis,
Acridocarpus vanderystii,
Acridocarpus vivy,
Acridocarpus zanzibaricus,
Adelphia hiraea,
Adelphia macrophylla,
Adelphia mirabilis,
Adelphia platyrachis,
Aenigmatanthera doniana,
Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,