Celosia nitida
| West Indian Cockscomb | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Core eudicots |
| Order: | Caryophyllales |
| Family: | Amaranthaceae |
| Genus: | Celosia |
| Species: | C. nitida |
| Binomial name | |
| Celosia nitida V. | |
Celosia nitida (or Celosia texana) is commonly known as West Indian Cockscomb. It is a native perennial in Texas and Florida, though it Florida, it is currently listed as an endangered species. It is also found in Central and South America. The plant can grow up to 2 m (6 feet) in height, and flowers in fall to winter.
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