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Questions and Answers: 2017

Question: Hi, thank you for the answer to the last question! This herbaceous plant was found in a forested wetland in …

  • Question

    Hi, thank you for the answer to the last question! This herbaceous plant was found in a forested wetland in June. This plant was located in Southeastern Connecticut. The plant was less than a 1 foot in height.

    Answer

    Deer eehrlich, your plant is Caltha palustris (marsh-marigold), a native member of the crowfoot family. These are the fruits, which will open by one suture to release the seeds. Best wishes.