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Desert Thumb

Cynomorium coccineum

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Field Notes

Description:

A perennial parasite. It is leafless and has dense and thick reddish dark inflorescence.

Habitat:

deserts

Reference Links:

Cynomorium coccineum L. | Flora of Israel Online

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DanielePralong
Congratulations Ori, these fascinating Desert Thumbs are our Spotting of the Day! Find out more on our social media posts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/projectnoah/photos/pb.10150120463815603.-2207520000.1491087842./10158486375710603/?type=3&theater Twitter: https://twitter.com/projectnoah/status/848307744868380677

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Flora of the Levant
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PublishedApril 1, 2017

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