Barleria ventricosa
Barleria ventricosa is an ornamental shrub that thrives in full sun and prefers medium watering. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 8-10. This evergreen shrub blooms from May to July with purple and violet flowers. It prefers loamy or clay soil.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Clay
Height
1–2 m
Spread
1–1.5 m
Zones
8–10
Flower colors
This shrub performs best in full sun locations and requires medium watering. It is well-suited for USDA zones 8 through 10, reaching a mature height of 1 to 2 meters. The soil should be loamy or clay.
Barleria ventricosa produces beautiful purple and violet flowers primarily during the months of May, June, and July. It is not fragrant, does not attract pollinators, is not toxic, and is not evergreen.