Ruellia spectabilis
Ruellia simplex, the Mexican petunia, Mexican bluebell or Britton's wild petunia, is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae that is native to Mexico, the Caribbean, and South America.
About Ruellia spectabilis
Ruellia simplex, the Mexican petunia, Mexican bluebell or Britton's wild petunia, is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae that is native to Mexico, the Caribbean, and South America. It has become a widespread invasive plant in Florida, where it was likely introduced as an ornamental before 1933, as well as in the eastern Mediterranean, South Asia and other parts of the eastern hemisphere.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Growing & care
| Native range | Ecuador, Peru |
|---|---|
| Toxicity | Pets: Not documented · People: Not documented |
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