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Caltha palustris L.

marsh marigold (Ranunculaceae)

 SpreadBias within British IslesDirection of bias
Very widespreadNegligible tendencyN
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Caltha palustris grows in a range of damp areas

Kennington (VC22: Berkshire); 2008-04-15

 marsh marigold / Caltha palustris: _Caltha palustris_ grows in a range of damp areas

The flowers are typical Ranunculaceae flowers, and are shining yellow, visible over long distances.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2010-04-23

 marsh marigold / Caltha palustris: The flowers are typical Ranunculaceae flowers, and are shining yellow, visible over long distances.

The fruit of Caltha palustris consists of 5–15 curved follicles.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2017-05-18

 marsh marigold / Caltha palustris: The fruit of _Caltha palustris_ consists of 5–15 curved follicles.

Eventually, the follicles split to reveal the seeds within.

Newborough (VC52: Anglesey); 2019-06-23

 marsh marigold / Caltha palustris: Eventually, the follicles split to reveal the seeds within.

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