Incarvillea Flower

Incarvillea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bignoniaceae,native to Asia.The most commonly known species is Incarvillea delavayi, which is also called the hardy gloxinia or Chinese trumpet flower.The Incarvillea delavayi is a perennial plant that grows up to 60 cm tall,with tubular-shaped pink or purple flowers that bloom in summer.The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is often used in rock gardens,borders,and containers.In traditional Chinese medicine,the roots of Incarvillea species are used to treat various ailments such as pain,inflammation,and rheumatism.However,the plant is toxic if ingested, and caution should be taken when handling it.