About Erect Snakeherb
Erect Snakeherb (Dyschoriste erecta) is a herb belonging to the Acanthaceae family (Acanthus family). Members of this family are generally characterised by opposite simple leaves, spike/raceme flower clusters, capsule fruit. It is usually grown in outdoor settings. It is native to India. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during January-April.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Dyschoriste erecta
- Genus
- Dyschoriste
- Family
- ACANTHACEAE
- Habit
- Herb
- Native to
- India
- Distribution
- India, Sri Lanka
- Flowering & fruiting
- January-April
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Botanical family
Acanthaceae
Acanthus family
Erect Snakeherb belongs to the Acanthaceae family.
The illustration represents the family — not necessarily this exact species.
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