Reineckea carnea: An
evergreen perennial that occurs in forests in warm climate regions,
with radical leaves 10-30cm long and broad linear-shaped. Flower
stalks grow to 8-12cm in height and set light red-purple flowers in
a raceme-like inflorescence. Perianth lobes measure 0.8-1.2cm long,
and the lower half parts connate in a tubular way. Sap fruit matures
in red. Bloom time: August-October. |