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Small Bush Violet (Barleria repens)

Barleria repens, commonly known as Small Bush Violet, is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub from South Africa, noted for its vibrant violet-blue flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Afternoon shade beneficial in hot climates.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Ideal range 18-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season.

Every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Creeper

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.6-1.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Barleria querimbensis Klotzsch
Barleria swynnertonii S.Moore
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyAcanthaceae
  • genusBarleria
  • speciesBarleria repens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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