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Jovellana violacea

Jovellana violacea (Cav.) G.Don
Jovellana violacea
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Jovellana violacea is a perennial flowering plant in the Calceolariaceae family, native to central and southern Chile. It is known by the common names violet teacup flower and violet slipper flower.

Description

Jovellana violacea (Cav.) G.Don is a species of flowering plant in the family Calceolariaceae. It is a perennial plant native to central and southern Chile. The species was first described in 1838 and is recognized for its distinctive violet flowers. Common names for this plant include violet teacup flower and violet slipper flower.

Distribution

Chile Central · Chile South

Synonyms

Jovellana guentheriBoea violaceaCalceolaria violaceaFagelia violacea

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