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Paeonia sp.
The peony is named after Paeon (also spelled Paean), a student of Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine and healing. Asclepius became jealous of his pupil; Zeus saved Paeon from the wrath of Asclepius by turning him into the peony flower. These flowers attract ants which makes them unsuitable for planting near the house.
Suburban front yard.
Spotted on May 31, 2013
Submitted on Jun 17, 2013
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