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Ambrosina: Mediterranean Aroid Marvel

Ambrosina is a monotypic genus in the Araceae family, represented solely by Ambrosina bassii. This tiny terrestrial aroid, native to the western‑central Mediterranean, features a distinctive egg‑shaped spathe divided into separate chambers for male and female flowers.

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AMBROSINA SPECIES

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Ambrosina bassii Explore Ambrosina bassii L. a rare Mediterranean aroid with elegant foliage and a unique inflorescence, ideal for specialized collections.

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