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Centaurea cephalariifolia
It has been considered a subspecies of C. scabiosa that is endemic of the Iberian peninsula. It is a perennial herb with branched stems at the top. Alternate leaves, pinnatisected. Involucre of bracts with dark fimbriae. Flowers are purple-pink. Stamens with dark purple anthers.
Spotted at the edge of the path. Mountains. Parque Natural de Somiedo
Camera Model: NIKON D300. Exposure Time: 1/320 sec.; f/9; ISO Speed Rating: 800. Exposure Bias: 0 EV. Focal Length: 300.0 mm. No Flash fired
Spotted on Aug 15, 2016
Submitted on Feb 14, 2017
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