Caltha leptosepala
Western marsh marigold
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The Caltha leptosepala plant species is found in Northwestern N. America. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Western marsh marigold. Some home gardeners know the variety as C. rotundifolia.

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Latin Name:  Caltha leptosepala
Common Name:  Western marsh marigold
Family:  Ranunculaceae
Author:  DC.
 
Known Hazards:  The whole plant, but especially the older portions, contains the toxic glucoside protoanemanin - this is destroyed by heat[172]. The sap can irritate sensitive skin[172].
 
Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.3
 
Habitat:  Sub-alpine and alpine swamps and marshy meadows[60, 85].

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