Celosia cristata : crested cock's comb

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Celosia cristata

crested cock's comb

Species Record #: gw1008813

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Botanical Information:

Genus: Celosia
Family: Amaranthaceae
Author: L.
Synonyms: Celosia argentea var. cristata

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by KimmyStar
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Remarks:
This celosia is very tall with large crested 'combs'. Self sows and I consider it relatively invasive. It is such an interesting plant and 'flower' that it is also a must have in my garden.

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Ratings

overall	9.0
how easy	10.0
flower	10.0
foliage	5.0
propagate	10.0
fragrance	1.0

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