Burchardia umbellata

Milkmaids

Family: Liliaceae

This erect tufted herb 20-70cm high is found mainly in sandy heathland.

The slender stems have about 6 flowers in a small terminal cluster. The petals are white with dark purple ovaries and anthers.

A few narrow straight leaves rise from the base of the plant to about 25cm.

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