Description
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Very similar to L. leontopodinum but differs in having cauline leaves ± linear-spathulate acute to subobtuse, capitula (4-) 7-12 (-20) discoid or disciform. Inflorescence bracts linear, lanceolate, much larger than the preceding species, 15-40 x 2-7 mm. Inflorescence diameter across the radiating bracts 2-4 x diameter across the cluster of the capitula.
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Distribution
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Himalaya (Kashmir to Bhutan), Tibet, W. China.
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Flower/Fruit
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Fl.Per.: July-October. Vern.:Edelweiss
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Habitat
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Seems to be less common in our area than the previous species. Grows between 3000-4000 m in open meadows and moist slopes.
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