Barkeria barkeriola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barkeriola
ID:
317958
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 21: 616 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317290
Common Names
- Barker's Barkeria
- Barkeria barkeriola
- Barker's Barkeria
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- Epidendrum barkeriola A.H.Kent [unknown]
Description
Barkeria barkeriola (also called Barker's Barkeria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Barkeria barkeriola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating coughs, colds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barkeria barkeriola is white, with a yellow centre and a long, curved spur. The seeds are black and glossy, with a hard, woody outer layer. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves, and a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Barkeria barkeriola is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun, but can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by division of the rootball.
Where to Find Barkeria barkeriola
Barkeria barkeriola is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It is found in dry forests and savannas.
Barkeria barkeriola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barkeria barkeriola?
Barkeria barkeriola
What is the common name of Barkeria barkeriola?
Barker's Barkeria
What is the natural habitat of Barkeria barkeriola?
It is native to Mexico.
Species in the Barkeria genus
Barkeria barkeriola, Barkeria dorotheae, Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana, Barkeria lindleyana, Barkeria melanocaulon, Barkeria naevosa, Barkeria obovata, Barkeria palmeri, Barkeria scandens, Barkeria shoemakeri, Barkeria skinneri, Barkeria spectabilis, Barkeria strophinx, Barkeria uniflora, Barkeria whartoniana, Barkeria archilarum, Barkeria skinneri,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
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-19824: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.