The Flora of Delaware
Delaware Species Conservation and Research Program
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Caltha palustris (1 records found)
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RANUNCULACEAE -
Buttercup Family
Caltha
palustris
L.
(marsh marigold)
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Synonym
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Caltha: cup, referring to shape of flowers; palustris: lover of marshes
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Flowering Period
Spring
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont ☑ Coastal Plain
Habitat
Rich seepage swamps
State Status
Rare, Very (S2)
Piedmont Status
Rare, Very (S2)
Coastal Plain Status
Rare, Very (S2)
Global Status
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Federal Status
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Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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