Nigella damascena

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Nigella damascena

Plant (HPS Number P04884)

Notes:
Date donated: 12th Dec 2014
Donor: Eleanor Fisher

RHS Number and Name Designation (if any): 121186 - accepted name
  • Date added to the website: 23rd Mar 2023
  • Date updated on the website: 19th Dec 2024
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