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Ecbolium ligustrinum

Ecbolium ligustrinum

About

Ecbolium ligustrinum is also known as green ice crossandra, green shrimp plant, and turquoise crossandra. Its flowers may be green or blue in colour.

How to use it

The green ice crossandra can be used ornamentally in gardens and landscapes due to its striking flowers and attractive foliage. It thrives in woodland and savanna habitats, making it an excellent choice for creating a vibrant garden space that mimics its natural environment.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org

In the kitchen

The green ice crossandra is not eaten by humans. Instead, it is appreciated for its ornamental beauty rather than culinary uses.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org

Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by
Seed
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Name
Ecbolium ligustrinum
Slug
ecbolium-ligustrinum
Kingdom
Plantae
Family
Acanthaceae
Genus
Ecbolium
Species
ligustrinum
Wikidata QID
Q4457091
Propagule type
seed
Container suitable
No
Indoor suitable
No
OSSI pledged
No
Hazard level
1
Data completeness
43

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