Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
mpandensis
ID:
744052

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Darbysh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
J. E. Africa Nat. Hist. Soc. Natl. Mus. 97: 129 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743385

Common Names

  • Barleria mpandensis
  • Mpandensis Barleria
  • Mpandensis Philippine Violet

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Description

Barleria mpandensis (also called Mpanda Barleria, among many other common names) is a herbaceous, perennial, evergreen plant native to Tanzania. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, swamps, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria mpandensis is used in ornamental gardening and as a source of nectar for pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Barleria mpandensis sub. tomentella I.Darbysh.
Barleria mpandensis sub. mpandensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barleria mpandensis has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria mpandensis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized lightly. It is best to mulch around the plant to help retain moisture.

Where to Find Barleria mpandensis

Barleria mpandensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of central and western Africa.

Barleria mpandensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleria mpandensis?

Barleria mpandensis

What is the common name of Barleria mpandensis?

Mpandensis Barleria

Where is Barleria mpandensis found?

It is found in Congo

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.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.