Alpine Edelweiss

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Leontopodium

Description Leontopodium, commonly known as the Alpine Edelweiss, is a genus of flowering plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae. This beautiful flower is native to the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia, and is often associated with the Alps. The name “Edelweiss” comes from the German words “edel” meaning noble and “weiß” meaning white. The flower is known for its…