Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
smithii
ID:
561235

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rendle

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 34: 396 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560567



Common Names

  • Smithii Barleria
  • Barleria smithii
  • Smithii


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Description

Barleria smithii (also called Smith's Barleria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with four-angled branches. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrub forests, and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria smithii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barleria smithii has small, white flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria smithii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to prune the plant back in late winter to encourage new growth. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during the summer months.

Where to Find Barleria smithii

Barleria smithii is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Barleria smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleria smithii?

Barleria smithii

What is the common name of Barleria smithii?

Barleria

What is the natural habitat of Barleria smithii?

Tropical rainforest

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

Alfred Barton Rendle (1865-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rendle' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.