Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
barklyi
ID:
411883

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 4(1): 494 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411215

Common Names

  • Tavaresia barklyi
  • Barkly's Tavaresia
  • Barkly's Pipewort

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Synonyms

  • Decabelone barklyi Dyer [unknown]
  • Decabelone grandiflora K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Euphorbia antunesii Pax [unknown]
  • Tavaresia grandiflora A.Berger [unknown]

Description

Tavaresia barklyi (also called Tavaresia barklyi, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist grasslands and wet meadows. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are lanceolate and have a hairy surface.

Uses & Benefits

Tavaresia barklyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tavaresia barklyi is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tavaresia barklyi is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It is propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Tavaresia barklyi

Tavaresia barklyi is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Tavaresia barklyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tavaresia barklyi?

Tavaresia barklyi

What is the common name of Tavaresia barklyi?

None

Where is Tavaresia barklyi native to?

South America

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