Echinacanthus

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Echinacanthus

Description Echinacanthus is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the Acanthaceae family. The genus is native to tropical regions in Asia, particularly in India, the Philippines, and Indonesia. There are about 25 species of Echinacanthus, with some commonly known as snake needles, snake needles plant, or snake needle bush. The plants are characterized by their long, needle-like leaves…