About Eranthemum purpurascens
Eranthemum purpurascens (Eranthemum purpurascens) is an undershrub 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 typically found in deciduous forests. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during November-February.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Eranthemum purpurascens
- Genus
- Eranthemum
- Family
- ACANTHACEAE
- Habit
- Undershrub
- Habitat
- Deciduous forests
- Flowering & fruiting
- November-February
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Local Names
- Hindi
- गुलशाम gulsham
Botanical family
Acanthaceae
Acanthus family
Eranthemum purpurascens belongs to the Acanthaceae family.
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