Barleria setosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setosa
ID:
1330016
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Klotzsch) I.Darbysh.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Fl. Zambes. 8(6): 118 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342470
Common Names
- Barleria Setosa
- Hairy Barleria
- Setosa Barleria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Barleria setosa (also called Bristly Barleria, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in evergreen forests, up to an altitude of 900 m.
Uses & Benefits
Barleria setosa is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Barleria setosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Barleria setosa can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Barleria setosa
Barleria setosa is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical areas. It is a shrub that grows in dry, open areas.
Barleria setosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barleria setosa?
Barleria setosa
What is the natural habitat of Barleria setosa?
Barleria setosa is found in the moist forests of India.
What type of plant is Barleria setosa?
Barleria setosa 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
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.
Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77147161-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.