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maraca roja

Scientific Name: Canna sylvestris

Family: Cannaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Canna sylvestris - Maraca Roja

Canna sylvestris, commonly known as Maraca Roja, is a forb/herb belonging to the genus Canna.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Canna sylvestris Roscoe
  • Common Name: Maraca Roja (Spanish)
  • Synonym: Sylvestris
  • Genus: Canna L.
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Species also include: Canna pertusa Urban - Maraca Montuna and Canna tuerckheimii Kraenzl.

General Information

  • Symbol: CASY5
  • Group: Monocot

Distribution and Habitat

This plant's biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution are further detailed on Discover Life's website.

Quirky Facts

  • The name "Maraca Roja" translates to "Red Maraca" in Spanish.

Further Information

  • More information on Canna sylvestris can be found on Discover Life.
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