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These plants seem like they’re trying to hide from people

A plant used in Chinese traditional medicine has evolved camouflage in heavily harvested areas

Fritillaria delavayi plant blending with rocky background

Can you spot the plant growing here? The gray Fritillaria delavayi (center, right) blends in with its rocky background high in the mountains of southwestern China. The plants are highly sought after for use in traditional Chinese medicine.

Y. Niu

By Jonathan Lambert

- More than 2 years ago

Fritillaria plants should be simple to spot.