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Hop-headed Barleria

Local Name	:	Hop-headed Barleria
Botanical Name	:	Barleria lupulina Lindl.
Common Name	:	Hop-headed Barleria
Family	:	Acanthaceae
Distribution	:	It is found throughout India including Odisha. It has also been introduced and naturalized in other tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Habit	:	Shrub
Short Description	:	It is a perennial shrub with distinctive, tubular flowers that range from violet to purple and oval, toothed leaves. It is often cultivated for its ornamental value and attractive blooms.

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Descriptions

It is a shrubby perennial herb characterized by its erect stems and dense foliage. Leaves are lanceolate to ovate in shape, with toothed margins and a velvety texture. The plant produces tubular flowers that are bright yellow-orange, clustered at the ends of its branches. Its fruits are small capsules containing numerous seeds.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

April - October

Use(s)

Leaves are used to get rid of cough.