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B.C.

DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

Entry from the DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

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See 1958 quote.

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1950

The Rock Rose, Sandhill Rose or Bitterroot (Lewisia rediviva), is also a well-known plant throughout arid regions. . . .

1958

. . . the Rock Rose or Bitterroot (Lewisia Rediviva) . . . is a low growing plant bearing a single beautiful shell-pink bloom close to the ground, which opens only in the sunlight.

1963

The rolling hills, cactus and rock roses . . . flooded the dry land with character and colour.