Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
solanifolia
ID:
561318

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


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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.

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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 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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Anders Sandøe Ørsted (1816-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oerst.' in the authors string.
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.