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Marsh Marigold

     
 
Marsh Marigold - Calitha palustris Calitha palustris

 

Colour: Yellow
Flowering: March - July
Height: Up to 20" (50 cm)
Family: Ranunculaceae
Marsh Marigold    


 

The marsh marigold, sometimes known as kingcup, is found in wet places such as marshes and the banks of streams.

The bright yellow flowers, sometimes up to 5 cm diameter, look like large buttercups with six petals. The flowers are followed by brown seed pods.

The leaves are dark green, glossy and heart-shaped.

This plant is poisonous.

Marsh Marigold - Calitha palustris
    Marsh Marigold

 

Marsh Marigold - Calitha palustris  

 

 

Marsh Marigold    

 

 

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