Plectranthus caninus

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Plectranthus caninus
Plectranthus (coleus) Canina
Plectranthus (coleus) Canina
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Lamiales
Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Plectranthus
Species: P. caninus
Binomial name
Plectranthus caninus
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Synonyms

Coleus caninus
Coleus canina

Plectranthus caninus is a weed in the mint family native to east Africa and southern Asia. Under the name "Coleus canina", it is sold as a natural repellent to cats and dogs. The plant is also known as "Scaredy Cat Plant" and "Piss-off plant". These plants root themselves very well.

Plectranthus canina
Plectranthus canina

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