Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
brownii
ID:
560872

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 46: 73 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560204



Common Names

  • Barleria Brownii
  • Brown's Barleria
  • Brown's Bush Violet


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Description

Barleria brownii (also called Brown's Barleria, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is found in the tropical regions of Africa, and grows in moist soils and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria brownii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barleria brownii has white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria brownii is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Barleria brownii

Barleria brownii is found in the tropical rainforests of India.

Barleria brownii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleria brownii?

Barleria brownii

What is the natural habitat of Barleria brownii?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

What is the flower color of Barleria brownii?

White or pink

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,

References

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.