Lantana
is a genus of about 150 species of perennial flowering plants in the verbena
family, Verbenaceae. They are native to tropical regions of theAmericas and
Africa but exist as an introduced species in numerous areas, especially in the
Australian-Pacific region. The genus includes bothherbaceous plants and shrubs
growing to 0.5–2 m (1.6–6.6 ft) tall. Their common names are shrub verbenas or
lantanas. The generic name originated in Late Latin, where it refers to the
unrelated Viburnum lantana.
Lantana's
aromatic flower clusters (called umbels) are a mix of red, orange, yellow, or
blue and white florets. Other colors exist as new varieties are being selected.
The flowers typically change color as they mature, resulting in inflorescences
that are two- or three-colored.
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