Marsh Marigold
Taken at Hogganfield Loch on 28th April 2022 using Panasonic Lumix TZ70 long shot.
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Taken at Hogganfield Loch on 25th May 2016 using Panasonic Lumix LX5 in macro mode. Fact File

Taken at Balloch on 11th May 2021 using Nikon D500 with Sigma 600 mm zoom lens. Fact File
Taken at Hogganfield Loch on 30th May 2017 using Panasonic Lumix LX5 in macro mode. Fact File
Marsh Marigold.
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AKA:
Caltha palustris.
Ranunculales.
Ranunculaceae.
Perennial
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Kingcup.
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Damp places such as riverbanks, bogs, streams.
March-August.
20-60 cms.
A common name is "kingcup" derived from kings "button" which refers to a gold stud once worn by royalty. Marsh Marigold flowers were once hung over farmers' barns on May Day to scare away evil spirits.