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Sonoran Desert Gentians

Annual or perennial herbs mostly of damp soil. Better represented in montane habitats.

Centaury

Centaurium calycosum

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Common in wet soil of riparian habitats only. Bright pink or whitish flowers with five petals. Detailed Description


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