Spigelia splendens
Spigelia splendens Hook.
Spigelia splendens is a species in the genus Spigelia, belonging to the family Loganiaceae. It was first described by Hook. in 1861. This plant is native to several regions in Central and southern Mexico, as well as parts of Central America, including Costa Rica and Guatemala.
Description
Spigelia splendens is a member of the Loganiaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the logania family. It is found in the southeastern and southwestern parts of Mexico, as well as in the neighboring countries of Costa Rica and Guatemala. The species was formally published in 1861 by Hook. and is part of the genus Spigelia, which includes various species known for their showy, often red and yellow flowers. The distribution of this species highlights its presence in tropical and subtropical regions of Mesoamerica.
Distribution
Costa Rica · Guatemala · Mexico Southeast · Mexico Southwest
Synonyms
Spigelia platyphylla