Nigella papillosa is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It is native to the Azores, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Portugal, Spain, and Sicily. An upright but bushy annual reaching , it has blue, purple, or white flowers. A number of cultivars are available, including 'African Bride', 'Delft Blue', and 'Midnight'.
Subtaxa The following subspecies are accepted: Nigella papillosa subsp. atlantica – entire range Nigella papillosa subsp. papillosa – Portugal, southwestern Spain
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