Mirabilis jalapa

Plants

Family: Nyctaginaceae · Genus: Mirabilis

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Mirabilis jalapa, the marvel of Peru or four o'clock flower, is the most commonly grown ornamental species of Mirabilis plant, and is available in a range of colors. Mirabilis in Latin means wonderful and Jalapa is the state capital of Veracruz in Mexico. Mirabilis jalapa is believed to have been cultivated by the Aztecs for medicinal and ornamental purposes.

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Growing details and traits for Mirabilis jalapa in the Library.

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