Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
masaiensis
ID:
749529

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Darbysh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Acanth.(2): 408 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748862

Common Names

  • Barleria Masaiensis
  • Masai Barleria
  • Masai Bush Violet

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Description

Barleria masaiensis (also called Masai Bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Kenya and Tanzania. It has small, white flowers and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria masaiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barleria masaiensis has small, white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria masaiensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the Cape Floristic Region of South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sandy, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Barleria masaiensis

Barleria masaiensis is native to Kenya and can be found in rocky outcrops and grasslands in the northern parts of the country.

Barleria masaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleria masaiensis?

Barleria masaiensis

What are the common names of Barleria masaiensis?

Bush Violet, Bush Barleria

What is the natural habitat of Barleria masaiensis?

Barleria masaiensis is found in dry, rocky areas in South Africa.

Species in the Barleria genus

Barleria albomarginata, Barleria brevispina, Barleria dentata, Barleria ilicifolia, Barleria samhanensis, Barleria aenea, Barleria aristata, Barleria purpureotincta, Barleria acanthoides, Barleria aculeata, Barleria acuminata, Barleria affinis, Barleria albostellata, Barleria alluaudii, Barleria amanensis, Barleria ameliae, Barleria angustiloba, Barleria antunesii, Barleria arabica, Barleria argentea, Barleria argillicola, Barleria arnottiana, Barleria aromatica, Barleria asterotricha, Barleria bechuanensis, Barleria benadirensis, Barleria benguellensis, Barleria biloba, Barleria bispinosa, Barleria blepharoides, Barleria boehmii, Barleria boivinii, Barleria bolusii, Barleria boranensis, Barleria bornuensis, Barleria bremekampii, Barleria brevituba, Barleria brownii, Barleria buddleioides, Barleria buxifolia, Barleria calophylla, Barleria calophylloides, Barleria candida, Barleria capitata, Barleria carruthersiana, Barleria casatiana, Barleria clinopodium, Barleria comorensis, Barleria conspicua, Barleria coriacea,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77109595-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.