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Nigella papillosa is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It is native to the Azores, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Portugal, Spain, and Sicily. An upright but bushy annual reaching 50 cm (20 in), it has blue, purple, or white flowers. A number of cultivars are available, including 'African Bride', 'Delft Blue', and 'Midnight'.
CHARACTERISTICS
Botanical profile.
- Genus
- Nigella
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
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