Cyclamen
Introduction
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Cyclamen
Image: © Evelyn Simak Taken: 5 Oct 2007
This healthy cluster of cyclamen grows in a shaded location next to the footpath. Cyclamen is traditionally classified as belonging in the family of Primulaceae, but is most widely known due to its scientific name cyclamen having been taken into common usage. Cyclamen are native to the Mediterranean region and also to northeast Africa. They typically grow in dry forest or scrub where the plants are shaded from intense sunlight. Some varieties are very hardy and can be found growing in the wild. Cyclamen are poisonous and have been used medicinally as a powerful purgative. For more detailed information on Cyclamen see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclamen
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Image Location
Latitude
52.821035
Longitude
1.006815