About Karvi
Karvi (Carvia callosa) is a shrub belonging to the Acanthaceae family (Acanthus family). Members of this family are generally characterised by opposite simple leaves, spike/raceme flower clusters, capsule fruit. It is usually grown in outdoor settings. It is native to India. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during September-November.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Carvia callosa
- Genus
- Carvia
- Family
- ACANTHACEAE
- Habit
- Shrub
- Native to
- India
- Flowering & fruiting
- September-November
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Botanical family
Acanthaceae
Acanthus family
Karvi belongs to the Acanthaceae family.
The illustration represents the family — not necessarily this exact species.
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