Medisa-FlowerStrophanthus preussii
Also known as Preuss' Strophanthus
Strophanthus preussii is a toxic climbing shrub native to tropical Africa, known for its showy flowers with long, twisted tails. Its seeds contain cardiac glycosides,.
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Medisa-Flower Names & Synonyms
Common names and botanical synonyms
Common Names
- Medisa-Flower
- Preuss' Strophanthus
Synonyms
- Strophanthus bracteatus Franch.
Medisa-Flower Taxonomy
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| kingdom | Plantae |
| division | Tracheophyta |
| class | Magnoliopsida |
| order | Gentianales |
| family | Apocynaceae |
| genus | Strophanthus |
| species | Strophanthus preussii |