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Cretan campion (Σιληνή η Κρητική)

Silene cretica

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Description:

A very fragile annual in a striking hot pink color, Silene cretica, the Cretan campion, a very common Greek /Mediterranean wildflower, spotted in Horto village, Pagasitikos gulf, Greece.

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Silene cretica - Overview, greek flora

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SarahWhitt
I have Rose Campion growing in my garden!! On of my favorite flowers!! :) http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/5884015

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Flowers of Europe
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Biodiversity of Greece (Hellas)
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Greek Flora mission
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Mediterranean Flora & Fauna

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PublishedApril 24, 2017

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