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Greek horehound, φυτιλάκι

Ballota acetabulosa

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Field Notes

Description:

Ballota acetabulosa is a native plant of Greece and West Turkey. It is used for religious purposes, so as to make "candles" in memory of Jesus.

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Ballota acetabulosa

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Flowers of Europe
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Biodiversity of Greece (Hellas)
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National Geographic's Great Nature Project
Mission
Greek Flora mission
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PublishedSeptember 24, 2014

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