An exceedingly well-marked species, and to the best of mv
knowledge not described as a British plant. The very erect
and compact mode of growth is highly characteristic. The
taste IS bitter, and most specimens become of a green hue on
being crushed or injured. A ll authors agree in stating its general
locality to be Fir woods and plantations.
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