Gynura | |
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Gynura sarmentosa | |
Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
(unranked): | Angiosperms |
(unranked): | Eudicots |
(unranked): | Asterids |
Order: | Asterales |
Family: | Asteraceae |
Tribe: | Senecioneae |
Genus: |
Gynura Cass. |
Synonyms | |
Gynaecura Hassk. |
Gynaecura Hassk.
Gynura is a genus of daisies endemic to Asia. The best known species is Gynura aurantiaca, often grown as a house plant. This plant is commonly known as "Purple Passion" because of the velvety purple leaves.