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Sweet Alyssum

Lobularia maritima

Photo by StirredMocha
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This plant was introduced from the Mediterranean as a garden ornamental but has naturalized in parts of the US, especially those near the ocean. In California it is often seen growing in dune areas along with native beach vegetation.

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PublishedJuly 31, 2014

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