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Celosia spicata

Celosia spicata (Thouars) Spreng.
Celosia spicata
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Celosia spicata is a species in the genus Celosia, belonging to the family Amaranthaceae. It was first described in 1824 by Spreng, with the original authorship attributed to Thouars.

Description

Celosia spicata is a member of the Amaranthaceae family, commonly known as the amaranth family. This family includes a wide range of flowering plants, many of which are known for their ornamental or agricultural value. The species is part of the genus Celosia, which comprises several species recognized for their showy, colorful inflorescences. The scientific name Celosia spicata was published in 1824 by Spreng, with the original description attributed to Thouars.

Synonyms

Deeringia holostachyaCelosia spicata var. cuspidataCelosia spicata var. holostachyaCelosia spicata var. thouarsiiLestibudesia spicata

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