Barleria prionitis (Porcupine Flower) - Image 1

Botanical name: Barleria prionitis

Common name: Porcupine Flower

Family: Acanthaceae

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersEthnomedical plant.
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Barleria prionitis (Porcupine Flower) green leaves and sharp thorns on a close up plant branch.
Barleria prionitis (Porcupine Flower) green leaves and thorns growing along the central plant stem.


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