77,780 observationsLeast Concern
marsh marigold
Caltha palustris
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Ranunculales ›Family: Ranunculaceae ›Genus: Caltha
About
Caltha palustris, known as marsh-marigold and kingcup, is a small to medium size perennial herbaceous plant of the buttercup family, native to marshes, fens, ditches and wet woodland in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It flowers between April and August, dependent on altitude and latitude, but occasional flowers may occur at other times.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of marsh marigold is Caltha palustris.
- marsh marigold belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- marsh marigold belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- marsh marigold belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- marsh marigold belongs to the order Ranunculales.
- marsh marigold belongs to the family Ranunculaceae.
- marsh marigold belongs to the genus Caltha.