Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris)

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  1.   1.  Description
    1.   1.1  Obtaining
    2.   1.2  Uses
  2.   2.  More
  3.   3.  'Souls
Common Name Marsh Marigold
Latin Name Caltha palustris (genus)
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1.  Description

A native perennial herbaceous plant. The flowers are yellow, 2–5 cm (1–2 in) diameter. Despite its name, it is not easily confused for the Marigold except by amateur herbalists.

1.1  Obtaining

  • Extremely Common (wild growth): This plant likes marshes, fens, ditches and wet woodland -- areas similar to the The Dampwoods. It was also noted to be found abundantly in Western Tangles before its destruction. It prefers neutral and acidic soil types.

1.2  Uses

Skin Irritant

Skin rashes and dermatitis have been reported from excessive handling of the plant.

Food

Early spring greens and buds of Caltha palustris have been noted as edible when cooked (submerged in fresh boiling water), however they are poisonous when raw.

Gardening

This plant is sometimes recommended for low maintenance wildlife gardens. The flowers produce both nectar and copious amounts of pollen which attract many insect visitors.

2.  More

3.  'Souls

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