Bells-of-Ireland

Moluccella laevis

''Moluccella laevis'', the Bells-of-Ireland, Bells of Ireland, Molucca balmis, shellflower or shell flower, is a summer flowering annual, native to Turkey, Syria and the Caucasus.
Moluccella laevis  Geotagged,Israel,Moluccella laevis,Summer

Appearance

The tiny white flowers are surrounded by apple green calyces which are persistent. The rounded leaves are pale green.

Fast growing, ''Moluccella laevis'' will reach 1 metre and spread to 30 centimeters with an erect, branching habit.

Uses

A member of the mint family, the blooming stems can be cut and used in fresh or dried flower arrangements. The domestic plant is self-seeding, prefers full sun and regular water and are unlikely to do well in hot, humid climates.

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Taxonomy
KingdomPlantae
DivisionAngiosperms
ClassEudicots
OrderLamiales
FamilyLamiaceae
GenusMoluccella
SpeciesM. laevis
Photographed in
Israel