Monday, November 28, 2005

Double Apricot


Although this flower looks big, but don't be fooled. It's actually quite small and grows widly among the grass. Any particular name for it?

Added 30 November 2005
Thanks to Deejaus & Rosemarie for identifying this wild flower

More information
Portulaca oleracea (Family Portulacaceae), commonly known as purslane in the U.S., is an herbaceous weed. The orgin of purslane is uncertain. It can be found growing wild and/or cultivated in much of the world. It existed in the New World before the arrival of Columbus, and was found in Europe by the late 16th century. It can be found growing in almost any unshaded area, including flower beds, corn fields, and waste places. Purslane can be found growing in cold climate areas (e.g., Canada) as well as warm areas (e.g., the Caribbean). It has been used in salads and as a medicinal plant (for people) for hundreds of years.

Info quoted from this site Cornell Edu
An exact picture can be seen on this site

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