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Lisianthus flower


lisianthus are found in warm regions of the Southern United States, Mexico, Caribbean and northern South America. Lisianthus is popular in horticulture, as an ornamental, a potted indoor plant.
Growing to 15 - 60 cms in height, Lisianthus plants are herbaceous annuals which have bluish green, slightly succulent leaves and a large funnel shaped flowers growing on the long straight stems. These plants are mostly found growing in grasslands and areas of disturbed grounds.
Lisianthus are large gentian-like bell-shaped flowers with flaring pale purple petal-like lobes. They bloom in summer from the upper leaf axils. Long-lasting flowers with four wide ruffled, delicate petals and oval leaves, they come in various colors such as white, various shades of pink, lavender, deep purple, and bi-colors such as blue-violet. Double and single Lisianthus flower varieties exist as well.

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