RARE FLOWER THAT BLOOMS ONCE IN 12 YEARS

The Neelakurinji, an uncommon bloom, is found in the shola woodlands of the Western Ghats in Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu

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The blossom is interesting a direct result of its sprouting cycle. It sprouts between mid-July and October once like clockwork

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The blossom is particularly known for its sprouts in the Eravikulam Public Park and the slopes of Munnar

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The Neelakurinji is a purplish-blue bush that makes a dazzling rug of variety when it gebloom Stil

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The last time the blossom sprouted was in 2018, and the in the future will be in 2030

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The bloom can be found at an elevation of 1,300 to 2,400 meters, and typically develops to a level of 30 to 60 cm

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