Lesser Celandine (Ficaria verna)


Single flower of Ficaria verna
Photographed April 1.

The relentless march of this invader continues: these plants were growing in parts of Bird Park, Mount Lebanon, where they had not been seen two or three years ago. A lush carpet of Lesser Celandine may be an environmental nuisance, but it is a beautiful sight.

Small patch of Lesser Celandine (Ficaria verna)

For a description of the species, see the Ficaria verna reference page.

Single flower of Ficaria verna from the side

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