Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
multiflora
ID:
561314

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 22A(8): 91 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560646



Common Names

  • Barleriola multiflora
  • Many-flowered Barleriola
  • Many-flowered Barleria


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Description

Barleriola multiflora (also called 'Many-flowered Barleria', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and has white, pink or purple flowers. It is found in dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Barleriola multiflora 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 Barleriola multiflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleriola multiflora 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 Barleriola multiflora

Barleriola multiflora is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Barleriola multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleriola multiflora?

Barleriola multiflora

What is the common name of Barleriola multiflora?

Multiflorous Barleriola

What are the uses of Barleriola multiflora?

Barleriola multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

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

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.