''Clerodendrum speciosissimum'' is a tropical shrub of the family

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, native to

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and

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, but now naturalized in parts of

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, the

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, and

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Description

The shrub can reach up to 4 m. The leaves are square-shaped, and the large

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flowers can reach up to 30 cm. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant, in particular for its bright red flowers.

Gallery

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References

External links

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''Clerodendrum speciosissimum''
Van Geert ex C. Morren, at

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''Clerodendrum speciosissimum''
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''Clerodendrum speciosissimum''
Van Geert ex Morr., at ITIS
''Clerodendrum speciosissimum''
C.Morren, at Aluka speciosissimum Flora of Malesia Flora of Papuasia Flora of Vanuatu Plants described in 1836 Garden plants {{Lamiaceae-stub