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Indian shot

Canna indica

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (22 countries), Asia (12 countries), Europe (9 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (14 countries), and South America (5 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Zingiberales (Zingiberales)

Species

Canna indica (Indian shot)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish achira

French Canna

German Westindisches Blumenrohr

Portuguese araruta-bastarda

Similar Species in Canna

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Indian shot?

The scientific name of Indian shot is Canna indica. It belongs to the genus Canna.

Where does Indian shot live?

Indian shot is found in Widely distributed across Africa (22 countries), Asia (12 countries), Europe (9 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (14 countries), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Albania, Angola, Armenia, Australia, Brazil, Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, Colombia, Comoros.

What family does Indian shot belong to?

Indian shot (Canna indica) belongs to the genus Canna, which is part of the taxonomic family Cannaceae.

What kingdom does Indian shot belong to?

Indian shot (Canna indica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Indian shot?

The closest relatives of Indian shot in the genus Canna include bandana-of-the-Everglades, Louisiana canna.