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Sword-leaved Mesembryanthemum

Aptenia lancifolia

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This low-growing evergreen plant is characterized by lance-shaped green leaves and small bright pink flowers which close at night. Also known as Baby Sun Rose.

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Flowers of Europe
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Flora of the Maltese Islands

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PublishedMay 17, 2013

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