Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) is a member of the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae) and grows in wetlands. It is pollinated by numerous insects.

All members of this family contain the toxin protoanemonin, which can cause rashes and blisters on skin or more severe effects if ingested raw.

The plant is edible if the young greens are cooked, which neutralizes the toxins and it was called "Cowslip" in earlier eras.

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Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) is an early blooming but very ephemeral wildflower. The flowers last one or two days and then the petals drop off.

The red sap from the plant was used for dyes in earlier eras.

The plant contains the alkaloid Sanguinarine, which helps prevent plaque on teeth and is found in some toothpastes. Sanguinarine is also being researched due to its ability to kill cancer cells.

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Redbuds are looking gorgeous currently. Also, some tulips out front, and spring wildflowers along the greenway. #springblooms #springcolors #springtime #redbudtree #tulips #springwildflowers

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The Flame Azaleas were beautiful, but the Azalea Galls, as well as the Horsesugar Galls are fascinating!
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Pitcher Plants blooming in the SC Foothills
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