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Parochetus communis Parochetus communis is a creeping perennial pea of the Himalayas. India, above Manali 2650m Geotagged,India,Parochetus communis,Summer Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

Parochetus communis

Parochetus communis is a creeping perennial pea of the Himalayas. India, above Manali 2650m

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''Parochetus communis'', known in English as shamrock pea or blue oxalis, is a species of legume, and the only species in the genus ''Parochetus'' and in the subtribe Parochetinae. It is a low-growing plant with blue papilionaceous flowers and clover-like leaves. It is found in the mountains of Asia and tropical Africa, and has been introduced to New Zealand.

Similar species: Fabales
Species identified by Christine Young
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By Ori Fragman Sapir

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Uploaded Jan 22, 2019. Captured Sep 19, 2012 07:08 in Leh Manali Hwy, Himachal Pradesh 175103, India.
  • NIKON D700
  • f/51.0
  • 1/250s
  • ISO200
  • 60mm