Part 76 - Floral observations near Gela

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SUMMARY:
Notes describe passing through plains with vast profusions of white Primula near Gela, with additional sightings of yellow Oxalis, red Pedicularis, a fine red Primula, and a large violet Thalictrum. Despite the abundance of flowers, the observers express some disappointment beyond these highlights.

CONTENT:
Ludlow 54. We passed through acres of yellow
oxalis Primula red pedicularis

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Ludlow 60 Gela. White primula accompanied us the
whole way. On all the flat grassy plain they grow
in millions profusion, acres & acres of them, thicker than
buttercups in an English meadow. But apart from the
profusion of these flowers we were disappointed, others only
adding one fine red Primula & a large violet
Thalictrum delicate beauty than colour.