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Megaherb Anisotome latifolia

This image shows the megaherb Anisotome latifolia. They are only found on the islands of the Subantarctic, including Auckland, Campbell, Antipdes, Snares and Macquarie Islands.

Rights: Cherie Fenemor, Sir Peter Blake Trust

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