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Picture of Crown Flower (Calotropis gigantea)

Crown Flower
(Calotropis gigantea)

Type of plant: Shrubs
Bloom color: Purple, White/Near White

Sun requirements: Full Sun
Cold hardiness: Zone 10b to Zone 11
Height: 8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Spacing: 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m), 6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Photo by jnana.

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