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Mumbai nature enthusiasts have the rare opportunity to witness the karvi plant bloom, an event occurring only once every seven years.
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The karvi plant (Strobilanthes callosa) typically flowers between August and October, depending on regional and climatic conditions.
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When in bloom, the karvi transforms hillsides with a stunning display of purple flowers.
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Naturalist Rajesh Sanap expressed excitement about the upcoming bloom, describing it as a magnificent sight.
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Visitors can observe the karvi bloom at various locations, including Aarey Milk Colony, Film City, Sanjay Gandhi National Park, and Tungareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary.
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The flowers have already been spotted blooming this week in Aarey Milk Colony and Tungareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary.
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The karvi's most remarkable trait is its synchronised, large-scale flowering after years of dormancy.
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The karvi flowers are short-lived, lasting only a few weeks before withering and leaving seeds to start the cycle anew.
Have you ever witnessed the beauty of these flowers?
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