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Chlorophytum borivilianum
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Chlorophytum borivilianum

Chlorophytum borivilianumHerb

Chlorophytum borivilianum is a herb with lanceolate leaves, from tropical wet forests in the peninsular Indian region.

FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusChlorophytum
NativeIndian Subcontinent
LifespanPerennial

Taxonomy

The scientific classification of Chlorophytum borivilianum.

Classification

KingdomPlantae
CladeTracheophytes
CladeAngiosperms
ClassLiliopsida
OrderAsparagales
FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusChlorophytum
SpeciesC. borivilianum
Binomial NameChlorophytum borivilianum
AuthorLinnaeus
Common NameChlorophytum borivilianum
Life FormHerb
Growth HabitHerb

Taxonomic Hierarchy

KingdomPlantae
CladeTracheophytes
CladeAngiosperms
ClassLiliopsida
OrderAsparagales
FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusChlorophytum

Taxonomic Notes

  • Hibiscus rosa-sinensis belongs to the family Malvaceae.
  • The genus Hibiscus includes over 200 species of shrubs, trees, and herbs.
  • This species is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant.