Ecbolium ligustrinum

Ecbolium ligustrinum (Vahl) Vollesen

Ecbolium ligustrinum is a flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family, native to Assam, Bangladesh, India, Malaya, Myanmar, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is a perennial shrub or subshrub with showy, tubular flowers and capsular fruits. It is also known as green ice crossandra, green shrimp plant, and turquoise crossandra.

Description

Ecbolium ligustrinum, (Vahl) Vollesen, is a species in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, where it grows in various habitats. The plant is part of the genus Ecbolium, which is known for its ornamental flowers and fruit. This species is recognized for its tubular flowers and is sometimes cultivated for its visual appeal.