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The Woolly Plectranthus

"Coleus barbatus", also known by the synonyms "Plectranthus barbatus" and incorrectly "Coleus forskalaei", is a tropical perennial plant related to the typical coleus species. It is known by the common name woolly plectranthus. It produces forskolin, an extract useful for pharmaceutical preparations and research in cell biology.

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Similar species: Lamiales
Species identified by Tito Lahaye
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By Tito Lahaye

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Uploaded Sep 17, 2024. Captured Sep 13, 2024 12:54 in J8J6+8WW, Doctor Juan Eulogio Estigarribia 051203, Paraguay.
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  • TG-5
  • f/2.3
  • 1/160s
  • ISO100
  • 5.5mm
Captured in the winter. More winter photos.