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"Ruellia nudiflora", the violet wild petunia, is a perennial plant in the acanthus family found in areas of moisture in the Sonoran Desert.  Despite its name, it is not a true petunia.

Similar species: Lamiales
Species identified by Patomarazul
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Uploaded Jul 1, 2022. Captured Sep 11, 2011 17:12 in MCHJ+3Q Chichén-Itzá, Yucatan, Mexico.
  • SP550UZ
  • f/5.6
  • 10/2000s
  • ISO50
  • 9.84mm