Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
samhanensis
ID:
507302

Status:
valid

Authors:
Knees, A.G.Mill. & A.Patzelt

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 64: 107 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506634

Common Names

  • Barleria samhanensis
  • Samhanensis Barleria
  • Samhan Barleria

Searching for Barleria samhanensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Barleria samhanensis (also called Samhan Barleria, among many other common names) is a shrub which grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to India and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Barleria samhanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The flowers of this plant are also used for making honey. The leaves of this plant are used for making herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barleria samhanensis has a flower that is a white-pink colour and is cylindrical in shape. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, green and have a few leaves.

Searching for Barleria samhanensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Barleria samhanensis is a shrub, growing up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It is usually found in moist soils, and is tolerant of drought and salt. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Germination should occur within two to four weeks.

Where to Find Barleria samhanensis

Barleria samhanensis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Barleria samhanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barleria samhanensis?

Barleria samhanensis

What is the common name of Barleria samhanensis?

Samhanensis Barleria

What is the natural habitat of Barleria samhanensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia.

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

Anthony G. Miller (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Mill.' in the authors string.
Sabina G. Knees: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knees' in the authors string.
Annette Patzelt (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Patzelt' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.