Marvel-of-peru
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| Family | Nyctaginaceae |
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| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Scientific name | Mirabilis jalapa |
| Rank | Species |
| Higher classification | Four o'clocks |
| Did you know | Thomas Jefferson grew what he referred to as the "fragrant Marvel of Peru" at Monticello, where he also cultivated M. longiflora, a creamy-white flowering species native to West Texas and Mexico. |
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| ID | 1127427 |
About Marvel-of-peru
Mirabilis jalapa, the marvel of Peru or four o'clock flower, is the most commonly grown ornamental species of Mirabilis plant, and is available in a range of colours. Mirabilis in Latin means wonderful and Jalapa is the state capital of Veracruz in México.
