Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
farinosa
ID:
560947

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deflers

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 43: 222 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560279



Common Names

  • Barleria farinosa
  • Mealy Barleria
  • Mealy Philippine Violet


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Description

Barleria farinosa (also called Mealy Bush Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It has white flowers and grows in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria farinosa is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barleria farinosa has white or pink flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria farinosa 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 young, healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sheltered area.

Where to Find Barleria farinosa

Barleria farinosa is found in the dry savannas of South Africa.

Barleria farinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleria farinosa?

Barleria farinosa

What is the common name of Barleria farinosa?

Farinose Barleria

What type of plant is Barleria farinosa?

It is a shrub.

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

Albert Deflers (1841-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deflers' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.