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Polycarpon tetraphyllum (L.) L.

four-leaved allseed (Caryophyllaceae)

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RestrictedVery strong tendencyS
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Polycarpon tetraphyllum is a tiny plant with numerous but individually inconspicuous flowers.

Isère (38), France; 2017-07-11

 four-leaved allseed / Polycarpon tetraphyllum: _Polycarpon tetraphyllum_ is a tiny plant with numerous but individually inconspicuous flowers.

In more exposed situations, Polycarpon tetraphyllum grows as a prostrate mat.

Morbihan (56), France; 2022-05-17

 four-leaved allseed / Polycarpon tetraphyllum: In more exposed situations, _Polycarpon tetraphyllum_ grows as a prostrate mat.

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