Cuphea micropetala
Kunth
Candy corn plant
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Description
A subtropical shrub in the Lythraceae family, growing 1.3 m tall and wide, suited to USDA hardiness zones 8-11.
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Known Hazards
Caution advised regarding edible use.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant. It suits USDA hardiness zones 8-11.
Where It Grows
Zimbabwe,
Synonyms
Cuphea apetala KoehneCuphea eminens Planch & LindenCuphea strumosa Moc. & Sesse ex DC.Parsonsia micropetala (Kunth) Standl.
Also Known As
Achanclan
References (1)
- INFOODSUpdatedFGU-list.xls
