Plectranthus barbatus, neochilus
Indian Coleus (Doliprane)
A tropical medicinal plant, Indian Coleus is known for its traditional uses and its aromatic foliage typical of medicinal plants.
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Known locally under the name "Doliprane", this plant is one of the traditional remedies. Its aromatic foliage is easily recognizable.
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A tropical medicinal plant, Indian Coleus (or Coleus medicinal) is known for its traditional uses and its aromatic foliage typical of medicinal plants.
Origine géographique :
Tropical Africa and India
Taille :
60cm to 1.5 meters
Floraison :
October to March
Habitat :
sunny tropical areas and well-drained soils
Classe :
Magnoliopsida
Ordre :
Lamiales
One medicinal plant well known in the Antilles
Indian Coleus is an aromatic plant whose leaves emit a pronounced odor when they are wrinkled. It belongs to the mint family like its cousin Efferalgan, which is very similar to it. In local traditions, this plant is known for its popular medicinal uses.
Very present in Creole gardens, this plant appreciates heat and well-drained soils. You can see it in the magic garden at the start of the tour, in the same place as the Clitoria And the Indian wood.
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