Sunday, 21 April 2013

Muscari comosum

Muscari comosum Tassel hyacinth

Penitentes

This striking plant flowers from April to June and grows from 20~60cms tall. It is native to southern Europe, and spreads eastwards as far as Iran.The edible bulb is eaten in some Mediterranean countries after cooking it several times, and stored in olive oil.

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