Crossandra infundibuliformis, the firecracker flower or firecracker plant, [3] is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. [2] . It is native to Angola, Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Sri Lanka, India and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. [1]

5 天之前 · Once a state flower of Goa, Aboli is gradually and sadly evading the Indian landscape and botanical heritage to its foreign / exotic counterparts. Interestingly, this plant is also called Firecracker flower since its seed pods tends to explode onto the ground like a firecracker when nearing high humidity or rainfall.

2020年5月7日 · Aboli / Crossandra/ Firecracker/ Kanakambaram are all names of the same flower. The flowers are unusually shaped with 3 to 5 asymmetrical petals. The flowers are found in shades of yellow, orange, coral and sometimes even purple.

2024年6月29日 · Crossandra flowers, also known as Aboli, are not just visually stunning additions to any garden; they also hold significant cultural importance in various traditions and ceremonies. Crossandra (Crossandra infundibuliform) belongs to the Acanthaceae family.

2009年11月28日 · In Marathi it is known as Aboli and in North Karnataka it is known as Abali hoovu. Crossandra is a tropical, evergreen perennial shrub grown in India, Africa, Madagascar, Arabia, Malaysia and Sri Lanka. The shrub grows to a height of 4 to 5 feet. Crossandra is cultivated for their yellow and orange / coral color blooms.

keep it under a bigger plant to enjoy the aboli flowers at its best! Tips: Grow in bushes and groups for better blooms and riot of colours in the garden. Tall palm trees or another bigger tree can give it protection from direct sunlight and rain.

Aboli thrives in well-drained sandy or loamy soil with partial to full sun and moderate watering. Its bright orange or red blooms attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, enriching garden biodiversity. Popular in gardens, pots, and floral arrangements, …

Aboli or Crossandra is an erect, herbaceous perennial ever green semi shrub growing to a height of 4ft . Commonly called Fire Cracker because of its mature brackets cracking sound when put in water .

2012年12月1日 · Close up of Crossandra Aboli Flower Seeds and Care The aboli flower is considered very auspicious in India and is used in temples and as garlands. the beautiful shades of aboli, crossandra flowers ranging from yellowish orange to deep orange colours you see a variety of bright fresh colours in aboli flowers.