Celosia
Japanese Name
けいとう
keitou
Description
- Celosia is a colorful flowering plant known for its bright, unusual flower shapes.
- Its flowers can look like flames or a rooster’s comb, hence the name “cockscomb.”
- The flowers come in red, pink, yellow, orange, and purple colors.
- It is popular in gardens and as a cut flower for decoration.
- Celosia blooms mostly in summer and prefers warm, sunny places.
History
- Celosia has been grown for centuries in Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
- Its name comes from a Greek word meaning “burned,” inspired by its fiery flowers.
- The plant is used both for ornamental purposes and, in some cultures, as food or medicine.
- Celosia became popular worldwide during the 19th and 20th centuries as a garden flower.
- Today, many varieties are cultivated for their unique shapes and vivid colors.
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