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Wallich's glorybower
Scientific Name: Clerodendrum wallichii
Family: Verbenaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Wallich's Glorybower (Clerodendrum wallichii)
Common Names
- Wallich's Glorybower
- Bridal Veil
- Nodding Clerodendron
- Nutan Bleeding Heart
- White Glorybower
Local names include Bolungre, Samapul (Garo), Horrandieng, and Jathang (Khasi).
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Clerodendrum wallichii Merr.
- Family: Lamiaceae (formerly Verbenaceae)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: Clerodendrum nutans Wallich ex D. Don, Clerodendrum penduliflorum Wall. ex Schauer
Distribution and Habitat
Clerodendrum wallichii is a tropical evergreen shrub. It is found in regions including China and Hong Kong and has been observed in Southwest Florida.
Ecological Role
This plant is listed in the Global Compendium of Weeds, suggesting it can be invasive in certain environments.
Morphological Characteristics
- Tall ornamental shrub, typically reaching 2-4 meters in height.
- Pendulous white, butterfly-like flowers that bloom in late summer and fall.
- Dark green, textured foliage.