Green cockscomb (Siempreviva / Sedum praealtum)

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Women from native groups use this plant for birth control in Mexico. Scientists have been investigating it for its spermicidal properties.

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Size: 2400px × 3610px
Location: Estado de Mexico, Mexico
Photo credit: © Guillermo Lopez Barrera / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

Keywords: birth, cockscomb, contraceptive, control, flower, green, mexico, natural, praealtum, sedum, siempreviva, spermicide