Caryopteris
plant genus
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Caryopteris is a genus of Asian shrubs belonging to the family Verbenaceae. These plants are characterized by a five-lobed corolla, four stamens that extend beyond the petals, and a fruit composed of four winged nutlets. The name "caryopteris" comes from Greek roots meaning "wing" and "fruit," referring to these winged nutlets. Caryopteris is also known by the common name "bluebeard".12
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