LINACEAE

Linum rupestre

Common Name:  Rock Flax

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habit--Linum rupestre is an herbaceous perennial stem showing flower and flowers buds--Linum rupestre always appears sparse

flower--how many petals are present? flower again, showing sepals

lower part of stem showing leaves--what leaf shape is present?  Do these leaves and this stem appear glabrous or pubescent? flowers and developing fruits (capsules)--can you see the calyx lobes on the flower in the center?