Araceae (Lyon)

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This family is characterised by its inflorescence made of a spadix (elongated structure gathering very small flowers) and a spathe, which is a kind of leave, sometimes coloured at the bottom of the spadix. So, what we call a flower for an Araceae is in fact an inflorescence. The inflorescence is not always spectacular, so the Araceae are often appreciated for their imposing, sometimes cut, perforated even coloured leaves.

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Coordinates:   45°46'23"N   4°51'21"E
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