Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Oerst. ex Lindau
Source:
cmp
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 18: 63 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560650
Common Names
- Barleriola solanifolia
- Potato-leaved Barleriola
- Potato-leaved Barleria
Synonyms
- Aetheilema rigidum Bartl. [unknown]
- Barleriola solanifolia (L.) Oerst. [deprecated]
Description
Barleriola solanifolia (also called 'Nightshade-leaved Barleria', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows up to 1 m tall and has white, pink or purple flowers. It is found in dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Barleriola solanifolia 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 solanifolia is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barleriola solanifolia 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 solanifolia
Barleriola solanifolia is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Barleriola solanifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barleriola solanifolia?
Barleriola solanifolia
What type of plant is Barleriola solanifolia?
It is a shrub
What is the natural habitat of Barleriola solanifolia?
It is native to India and Sri Lanka
Species in the Barleriola genus
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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,
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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,