Caltha palustris L.
Yellow marsh marigold
Species recognized by T Orrell (custodian), The Integrated Taxonomic Information System
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Marsh marigold, also known as kingcup, is believed to be one of Britain's most ancient native plants. It may have been growing here since before the last Ice Age and, after the retreat of the icecaps, it proliferated across the watery landscape. It is a spectacular-looking plant, with large rich yellow flowers, each with five petals, and shiny green, heart-shaped leaves borne on long, smooth hollow stems.
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