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Common Rock-rose

Helianthemum nummularium

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Description:

t is an evergreen trailing plant with loose terminal clusters of bright yellow, saucer-shaped flowers. In the flower centre is a tight cluster of orange stamens, which are sensitive to the touch, and spread outwards to reveal the tall stigma in the middle.

Habitat:

The plant is common on chalk downs, and occasional in other grasslands, always on dry, base-rich soil.

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Common Rock-rose - Helianthemum nummularium - Overview, Helianthemum nummularium

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PublishedJanuary 10, 2016

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