Ruttya fruticosa
Family: Acanthaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 3 m tall. The leaves are opposite and oval. They are 4-12 cm long by 2-4.5 cm wide. The flowers are red with a black centre. The fruit are cup shaped and have 4 seeds.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It grows in arid regions.
Countries/locations it is found in
Mediterranean, Middle East, Oman
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Flower nectar