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Dhala kumuti

Local Name	:	Dhala kumuti
Botanical Name	:	Clerodendrum indicum (L.) Kuntze
Common Name	:	Indian clerodendrum
Family	:	Lamiaceae
Distribution	:	In Odisha it is found in the coastal and forested areas. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions in India. It is native to Southeast Asia, including countries like Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia.
Habit	:	Shrub
Short Description	:	It is a vigorous, fast-growing shrub with white flowers. It is often used for ornamental purposes and has a spreading growth habit.

Descriptions

It is a perennial shrub that can grow up to 2 3 meters in height. It has elongated, lanceolate leaves that are dark green and arranged oppositely on the stem. The plant produces striking inflorescences consisting of tubular, white flowers with prominent red stamens that extend beyond the petals. The flowers are arranged in terminal clusters. Its fruit is a small, dark blue drupe, which turns black upon maturity.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

July - October

Use(s)

It is used for ornamental purposes.