Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth. is a herbaceous plant of the Lamiaceae family, belonging to the genus Coleus. The stem of the five colored Su is usually purple, quadrilateral, with branching Leaf membrane, usually ovoid, with serrated or serrated edges, diverse in color, including yellow, dark red, purple, and green Petiole elongated, flattened Umbrella inflorescence with many flowers Bracts broadly ovoid, apex pointed, falling off Corolla light purple to purple or blue Small nuts are wide oval or round, flattened, brown, and glossy The flowering period is from July to September The fruiting period is from August to October. Due to its bright leaves, it is called the "Five Colored Su".
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