Graptophyllum  pictum

Caricature-plant

Scientific Name :  Graptophyllum pictum

Family : Acanthaceae

is a  tropical evergreen shrub in the family Acanthaceae

Commonly known as Caricature-plant

 is native to New Guinea

also a well-known garden shrub

 will grow to 6-9’ tall

There are two varieties: the variegated color one is known as 'white adulsa', and is used combined with coconut water to reduce swelling.

 The dark-leaved variety is known with trade name 'black adulsa' in India.