Celosia cristata
cockscomb
Chi KuanBrain Celosiacalgha
Wool Flower
Celosia is a very interesting and unusual flower shape, resembling a cockscomb or folds of the brain.
the blossom is large and found singly at the end of a heavy stalk
The plants are hardy and resistant to most diseases, and grow equally well indoors or out, though the perfect place is one with no shade and a well drained soil, as the plant is susceptible to fungal diseases.
The plant is used frequently as an ornamental plant indoors.
Their leaves and flowers can be used as vegetables. They are often grown as foods in India, Western Africa, and South America.
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