Yellow Rattle

Taken at Baron's Haugh on 13th June 2015 using Nikon D5200 with Sigma 150-500 mm zoom lens.
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Taken at Wigtown on 1st June 2022 using Panasonic Lumix TZ70 in macro mode Fact File

Taken at Hogganfield Loch 11th June 2020 using Nikon D500 with Sigma 600 mm zoom lens. Fact File
Yellow Rattle
Yellow Rattle.
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AKA: 		Rhinanthus minor.
Lamiales.
Orobanchaceae.
Annual.
Hay Shackle, Rattle Box
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 Grassy places, meadows, pastures.
May-September.
20-50 cms.
The scientific name Rhinanthus means nose flower and refers to the shape of the flower which is similar to a witch's nose. The plant is actually a bit of a parasite since its roots latch onto those of other plants and robs them of minerals and water.