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Salpiglossis sinuata

Species category

Flower

Common name

painted tongue

Diagnostic characters

Planting unit

True seedTrue seed:
A mature fertilized ovule consisting of an embryo, with or without and external food reserve (e.g., endosperm) enclosed by the testa.

Shape

Irregularly globose

Size

  • Length 0.7–1.2 mm
  • Width 0.7–1.2 mm
  • Thickness 0.7–1.2 mm

Color

Brown

Texture

GranularGranular:
Resembling or consisting of small grains or particles.

Other structures

Inconspicuous hilumHilum:
The scar on the seed coat at the place of its detachment from the seed stalk (funiculus).
 is usually on a side.

Identification notes

Occasional rows of granularGranular:
Resembling or consisting of small grains or particles.
 ribs radiate out from the hilumHilum:
The scar on the seed coat at the place of its detachment from the seed stalk (funiculus).
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Noxious weed seed categories

Not listed

AOSA examination list

Not included

Nomenclature

Family

Solanaceae

Valid name

Salpiglossis sinuata Ruiz & Pav.

Salpiglossis sinuata. True seeds with occasional rows of granular ribs that radiate out from the hilum.
Salpiglossis sinuata. True seeds with occasional rows of granular ribs that radiate out from the hilum.