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Ruellia costata (Nees) Hiern

Hygrophila costata, with the common names glush weed, gulf swampweed, and yerba de hicotea, is an aquatic plant

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About Ruellia costata

Hygrophila costata, with the common names glush weed, gulf swampweed, and yerba de hicotea, is an aquatic plant

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Growing guide coming soon. Our editors haven't written verified care details for this plant yet. Native range and classification are shown below.
Native rangeBrazil North, Brazil Northeast, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central
ToxicityPets: Not documented · People: Not documented
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