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

perennial A perennial plant or simply perennial is a plant that lives more than two years. The term ('' per-'' + '' -ennial'', "through the years") is often used to differentiate a plant from shorter-lived annuals and biennials. The term is also wide ...

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

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