In Kannada and Tamil it is known as Kanakambara. It is very common in South India for the women to decorate their hair with a string of Kanakambara. While tying Jasmine flowers, Kanakambara are also used in between to add color.   I used to pluck them in my Mama’s / Maternal uncle’s farm [...]

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Picture of Candle Bush photographed in Masinagudi
Plant Summary:
Candle Bush adds an interesting character to the landscape with their waxy yellow spikes of flowers that bear a resemblance to candles. It seems to be a tough perennial plant, as it is seen growing in all possible weather conditions up to 25 feet. [...]

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