Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
johnstonii
ID:
564042

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 22: 140 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000563374



Common Names

  • Johnston's Barberry
  • Johnston's Berberis
  • Johnston's Oregon Grape


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Synonyms

  • Mahonia johnstonii Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Berberis johnstonii (also called Johnston's Barberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 2 meters. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Berberis johnstonii is used for ornamental purposes. It is a popular choice for hedges and borders, and its bright yellow flowers make it an attractive addition to any garden. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Berberis johnstonii has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Berberis johnstonii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings taken in the summer. The shrub prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Berberis johnstonii

Berberis johnstonii can be found in the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.

Berberis johnstonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Berberis johnstonii?

Berberis johnstonii

What is the common name of Berberis johnstonii?

Johnston's Barberry

What is the natural habitat of Berberis johnstonii?

It is native to the Himalayas in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Species in the Berberis genus

Berberis jinshajiangensis, Berberis pingbaensis, Berberis pulangensis, Berberis actinacantha, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acutinervia, Berberis aemulans, Berberis aetnensis, Berberis affinis, Berberis agapatensis, Berberis aggregata, Berberis agricola, Berberis ahrendtii, Berberis albicans, Berberis aldenhamensis, Berberis alpicola, Berberis amabilis, Berberis ambigua, Berberis ambrozyana, Berberis amoena, Berberis amplectens, Berberis amurensis, Berberis andeana, Berberis andreana, Berberis andrieuxii, Berberis angulosa, Berberis anhweiensis, Berberis annaemariae, Berberis approximata, Berberis aquifolium, Berberis argentinensis, Berberis arguta, Berberis arido-calida, Berberis aristata, Berberis aristato-serrulata, Berberis aristeguietae, Berberis aristulata, Berberis armata, Berberis asiatica, Berberis asmyana, Berberis assamana, Berberis atrocarpa, Berberis atroprasina, Berberis atroviridiana, Berberis aurahuacensis, Berberis baltistanica, Berberis barandana, Berberis barbeyana, Berberis batangensis,

Species in the Berberidaceae family

Achlys californica, Achlys japonica, Achlys triphylla, Berberis jinshajiangensis, Berberis pingbaensis, Berberis pulangensis, Berberis actinacantha, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acutinervia, Berberis aemulans, Berberis aetnensis, Berberis affinis, Berberis agapatensis, Berberis aggregata, Berberis agricola, Berberis ahrendtii, Berberis albicans, Berberis aldenhamensis, Berberis alpicola, Berberis amabilis, Berberis ambigua, Berberis ambrozyana, Berberis amoena, Berberis amplectens, Berberis amurensis, Berberis andeana, Berberis andreana, Berberis andrieuxii, Berberis angulosa, Berberis anhweiensis, Berberis annaemariae, Berberis approximata, Berberis aquifolium, Berberis argentinensis, Berberis arguta, Berberis arido-calida, Berberis aristata, Berberis aristato-serrulata, Berberis aristeguietae, Berberis aristulata, Berberis armata, Berberis asiatica, Berberis asmyana, Berberis assamana, Berberis atrocarpa, Berberis atroprasina, Berberis atroviridiana, Berberis aurahuacensis, Berberis baltistanica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2673992: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.