Strobilanthes hamiltoniana (Steud.) Bosser & Heine

Etymology Genus From Greek, "strobilos"=cone, "anthos"=flower
Species -
Family Acanthaceae
Synonyms Ruellia hamiltoniana Steud.
Common Names Chinese Rain Bell
Status Exotic: Cultivated Only
Form Herb
Native Distribution Central Nepal to Southeast Tibet and Northern Thailand

Diagnostics:

A short erect herb of less than 2m. The leaves are ovate or elliptic, with serrated margins and raised veins. The inflorescence is a panicle, and the individual pink flowers are trumpet-shaped.


Growing casual along Dairy Farm Loop (2025).

Inflorescence.

Leaf.

Author: Siyang
Posted: 2025-11-03


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