Celosia

Description:

Woodflowers typically crested with vibrant cockscombs (spiky bundles of flowers). In fact celosia is derived from the Latin Kelos meaning burned, denoting the flowers firey appearance.

Habitat:

Wide spread genus found throughout the world they are tropical/sub-tropical plants. They are hearty and grow in most any climate warm enough to support them.

Notes:

They are said to have many medicinal effects perhaps most notably as a treatment for intestinal worms. In many regions of Africa and Asia it is actually eaten as a leafy vegetable (often compared to spinach).