Peristrophe speciosa
Peristrophe speciosa is a flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae.[1]
| Peristrophe speciosa | |
|---|---|
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Lamiales |
| Family: | Acanthaceae |
| Genus: | Peristrophe |
| Species: | P. speciosa |
| Binomial name | |
| Peristrophe speciosa Nees | |
Description
This species is a broad-leafed shrub with grayish stems[2] and elliptic leaves that are approximately 8 cm. It has purple-pink flowers.
Distribution
It is a native of Northern India,[3] and occurs in the foothills of the Himalayas up to altitudes of 1,600 metres.[2]
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References
- "Peristrophe speciosa (Roxb.) Nees - Encyclopedia of Life". Archived from the original on 2011-07-26. Retrieved 2011-03-05.
- "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2011-07-15. Retrieved 2011-03-08.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- "Peristrophe speciosa - Indoor House Plants - Plant Encyclopedia Database at PlantCare.com". Archived from the original on 2011-07-15. Retrieved 2011-03-08.
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