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Crested Philippine Violet (Barleria cristata)

Crested Philippine Violet (Barleria cristata) is an evergreen shrub with vibrant, tubular flowers in shades of purple, pink, or white.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Avoid overwatering.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Avoid overwatering.

Reduce frequency in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Reduce feeding in fall and winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-1.2 m

Spread

0.6-1.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

3-5 cm

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Synonyms
Barleria alba G.Lodd.
Barleria ciliata Roxb.
Barleria dichotoma Roxb.
Barleria indica L. ex T.Anderson
Barleria laciniata Wall.
Barleria lactea Desf. ex Steud.
Barleria mairei H.Lév.
Barleria napalensis Nees
Barleria nuda Nees
Barleria prinoides Nees
Barleria venulosa Nees
Lepidagathis laciniata Wall. ex Nees
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyAcanthaceae
  • genusBarleria
  • speciesBarleria cristata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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