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lesser masterwort

Astrantia minor L.
lesser masterwort
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Astrantia minor, known as lesser masterwort, is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Apiaceae family. It is native to France, Italy, Spain, and Switzerland.

Description

Astrantia minor, the lesser masterwort, is a species of herbaceous plant in the carrot family, Apiaceae. It is native to parts of Europe, specifically found in France, Italy, Spain, and Switzerland. This plant forms dense clumps and is a perennial, returning each growing season. It is part of the Astrantia genus, which includes several species of flowering plants.

Other common names

lesser masterwort

Distribution

France · Italy · Spain · Switzerland

Synonyms

Astrantia alpoinaAstrantia digitataAstrantia major subsp. minor

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