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common glory-bower

plant
Also known as: Clerodendrum speciosissimum
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The glory-bower, belonging to the genus Clerodendrum, encompasses approximately 400 species of herbs, vines, shrubs, and trees native to tropical regions. Many of these are cultivated as ornamental garden plants.1

Common glory-bower (C. speciosissimum) is a shrub that can reach about 120 cm (4 feet) in height. It is known for its clusters of flame-orange flowers and large, heart-shaped, bronzy leaves.1

Other notable species include:
* Bleeding heart glory-bower (C. thomsonae): A woody vine from Africa with blooms resembling bleeding hearts.1
* Scarlet glory-bower (C. splendens): An African vine producing clusters of red-orange flowers.1
* C. speciosum: A hybrid with red-violet flowers.1

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