Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
kunawurensis
ID:
564077

Status:
valid

Authors:
Royle

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Ill. Bot. Himal. Mts. : 64 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000563409



Common Names

  • Kunawur Barberry
  • Kunawur Mahonia
  • Kunawur Oregon Grape


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Description

Berberis kunawurensis (also called Kunawar Barberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 2 meters. It is native to India and grows in forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Berberis kunawurensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Berberis kunawurensis var. diversifolia Ahrendt ex T.Husain, Datt & R.R.Rao

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Berberis kunawurensis has yellow flowers with six petals and six sepals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Berberis kunawurensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. Prune in the spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Berberis kunawurensis

Berberis kunawurensis is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Berberis kunawurensis FAQ

What are the common names for Berberis kunawurensis?

Common names for Berberis kunawurensis include Kunawar barberry and Kunawar barberry bush.

What type of plant is Berberis kunawurensis?

Berberis kunawurensis is an evergreen shrub.

Where does Berberis kunawurensis grow?

Berberis kunawurensis is native to India and can be found growing in dry, rocky areas.

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,

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