Hop-Headed Barleria, a botanical treasure, graces gardens with its enchanting allure. Displaying a compact and bushy growth habit, this ornamental marvel is adorned with vibrant tubular flowers that showcase hues ranging from golden yellow to orange-red. Its hardiness and ease of care make it a delightful addition for both novice and experienced gardeners.
 
Beyond its visual appeal, Hop-Headed Barleria harbours traditional medicinal benefits. Revered for its ability to address toothaches and various bites, it carries a heritage of herbal wisdom. Additionally, its nectar-rich blooms create a haven for butterflies, transforming your garden into a lively and colourful sanctuary for pollinators.
 
Hop-Headed Barleria stands as an emblem of botanical beauty and cultural heritage, combining aesthetic charm with a touch of traditional healing. Embrace this botanical gem to elevate your garden's allure and contribute to a flourishing ecosystem.

Common Name: Hop-Headed Barleria

Botanical Names:
Barleria Lupulina
Barleria Macrostachya
Barleria Monostachya
Barleria Norbertii
Dicliptera Spinosa

Family: Acanthaceae

Other Names:
Hophead Philippine Violet
Setawar Sekelian Biasa
Snake Bush

Origin: Northern Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, The Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand

Duration: Perennial

Habit: Shrubby, compact and bushy growth habit; Woody stems are erect often producing thorns at various localities; Glossy green leaves with a faint pink rib in the middle of each leaf are elliptical to lance-shaped and are arranged oppositely along the branches; Clusters of vibrant golden yellow to orange-red tubular flowers emerge from the leaf axils; Grows up to 1.5 metres

Hardiness: Hardy