Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
barkeri
ID:
315437

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29(Misc.): 68 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314769



Common Names

  • Barker's Acineta
  • Wood Betony
  • Woundwort


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Synonyms

  • Peristeria barkeri Bateman [unknown]
  • Acineta barkeri aurantiaca Lem. [unknown]

Description

Acineta barkeri (also called 'Barker's Acineta', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Central America. It has small, oval leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acineta barkeri is a perennial herb that is used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acineta barkeri is a small, tubular, two-lipped flower with a white or pale blue corolla. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with light green, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acineta barkeri can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division is the easiest and quickest method. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Acineta barkeri

Acineta barkeri can be found in the tropical regions of South America, primarily in Brazil and Peru.

Acineta barkeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acineta barkeri?

Acineta barkeri

What is the common name of Acineta barkeri?

Barker's Acineta

What is the habitat of Acineta barkeri?

Woodlands, thickets, and roadsides

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Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1958: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.