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Silene nutans L.

Nottingham catchfly (Caryophyllaceae)

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Despite its vernacular name, Silene nutans grows not in Nottingham, but on England’s south coast, Wales’ north coast, in the Peak District, and around Montrose.

Creuse (23), France; 2009-07-09

 Nottingham catchfly / Silene nutans: Despite its vernacular name, _Silene nutans_ grows not in Nottingham, but on England’s south coast, Wales’ north coast, in the Peak District, and around Montrose.

The deeply divided petals of Silene nutans are often swept backwards and/or curled forwards.

Rax–Schneeberg group, Austria; 2013-06-30

 Nottingham catchfly / Silene nutans: The deeply divided petals of _Silene nutans_ are often swept backwards and/or curled forwards.

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