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3 unusual facts about Ferula communis


Epermenia strictellus

The larvae feed on Pimpinella saxifraga, Ferula communis, Laserpitium species, as well as on the flowers and unripe fruits of Seseli arenarium.

F. communis

Ferula communis, the giant fennel, a plant species in the genus Ferula

Ferula communis

In Greek mythology, Prometheus steals fire from the gods to give to man by hiding it in a fennel stalk.



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