Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
natalensis
ID:
567367

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oberm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Ann. Transvaal Mus. 19: 115 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566699



Common Names

  • Blepharis natalensis
  • Natal Blepharis
  • Natal's Blepharis


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Description

Blepharis natalensis (also called Natal Eyelashweed, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a rosette of linear leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blepharis natalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blepharis natalensis has yellow flowers with four petals and a single style. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blepharis natalensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or autumn and replant in a suitable location.

Where to Find Blepharis natalensis

Blepharis natalensis is found in South Africa.

Blepharis natalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blepharis natalensis?

Blepharis natalensis

What is the family of Blepharis natalensis?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Blepharis natalensis?

Natal Blepharis

Species in the Blepharis genus

Blepharis acanthodioides, Blepharis acuminata, Blepharis aequisepala, Blepharis affinis, Blepharis angusta, Blepharis aspera, Blepharis asteracanthus, Blepharis attenuata, Blepharis bainesii, Blepharis boranensis, Blepharis breyeri, Blepharis buchneri, Blepharis burundiensis, Blepharis calcitrapa, Blepharis capensis, Blepharis chrysotricha, Blepharis ciliaris, Blepharis crinita, Blepharis cuanzensis, Blepharis cuspidata, Blepharis decussata, Blepharis dhofarensis, Blepharis dilatata, Blepharis diplodonta, Blepharis diversispina, Blepharis drummondii, Blepharis dunensis, Blepharis duvigneaudii, Blepharis edulis, Blepharis espinosa, Blepharis exigua, Blepharis fenestralis, Blepharis ferox, Blepharis flava, Blepharis fleckii, Blepharis forgiarinii, Blepharis furcata, Blepharis gazensis, Blepharis gigantea, Blepharis glinus, Blepharis glomerans, Blepharis glumacea, Blepharis grandis, Blepharis grossa, Blepharis hildebrandtii, Blepharis hirtinervia, Blepharis huillensis, Blepharis ilicifolia, Blepharis ilicina, Blepharis inaequalis,

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

Anna Amelia Obermeyer (1907-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oberm.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.