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Helichrysum sanguineum
A common plant for Mediterranean meadows. It is a symbol for the Israeli Yom Hazikaron (Memorial Day for the Israeli Fallen Soldiers and the Victims of Terrorism) and is worn on ceremonies on a white shirt. It is known there as "Blood of the Maccabees" (Hebrew: דם המכבים, Dam Hamakabim). Its name is derived from a legend saying that in every spot one grows, a drop of blood has been spilled on the earth.
Mediterranean meadows
Spotted on Apr 14, 2012
Submitted on May 2, 2012
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