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''Moluccella laevis'' (Bells-of-Ireland, Bells of Ireland, Molucca balmis, Shellflower, Shell flower) is a summer flowering annual, native to Turkey, Syria and the Caucasus. It is cultivated for its spikes of flowers. In the language of flowers, it represents luck. The tiny white flowers are surrounded by apple green calyces which are persistent. The rounded leaves are pale green. Fast growing, ''Moluccella laevis'' will reach 1 metre and spread to 30 centimeters with an erect, branching habit.〔Botanicas, Annuals and Perennials, Random House, Sydney, 2005〕 A member of the mint family, the blooming stems can be cut and used in fresh or dried flower arrangements. The domestic plant is self-seeding, prefers full sun and regular water and are unlikely to do well in hot, humid climates. ==External links== *(Jepson Manual Treatment ) *(Germplasm Resources Information Network: ''Moluccella laevis'' ) *(Wisconsin Master Gardener Features: Bells of Ireland ) *(USDA Plants Profile ) *(Photo gallery ) *(Moluccella laevis ) Flowers in Israel 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Moluccella laevis」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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