Salpiglossis s is a genus of the botanical family Solanaceae. Salpiglossis derives from the Greek for `trumpet` (salpinx) and `tongue` (glossa). ==Selected species== ... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salpiglossis
(Painted Tongue) This annual is a native of Chile. It forms neat bunches that grow 1 to 2 feet high. The mostly basal, elliptic, thin or oblong leaves grow up to 4 inches. There are many varieties of this plant that may be colored purple, crimson, yellow, violet, blue, or rose. Some are veined/netted with a contrasting color. The flowers resemble a... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/10004