''Celosia nitida'' (or ''Celosia texana'') is commonly known as West Indian cock's comb. It is a native

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in Texas and Florida, though in Florida, it is currently listed as an

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. It is also found in Central and South America. The plant can grow up to 2 m (6 feet) in height, and flowers in fall to winter.

References

* * {{Taxonbar, from=Q5058430 nitida Taxa named by Martin Vahl Flora of Florida Flora of Texas