Tulipa turkestanica
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Tulipa turkestanica (Turkistan Tulip) is a species of tulip native to central Asia, notably in Iran and Turkistan. It is an herbaceous perennial bulbflower, growing 10 cm to 15 cm tall, with 2-4 glaucous-green leaves up to 15 cm long on each stem. The flowers are white to pinkish-red, with a yellow centre; each plant produces from 1-12 flowers in early spring.
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Tulipa turkestanica is a popular ornamental plant, grown in rock gardens.
