Sagebrush Buttercup "Ranunculus glaberrimus"
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2008 April 4These are very early bloomers, appearing on the heels of the snow melt in arid, grassland type areas, thus announcing Spring's arrival. A brilliant yellow, they can't help but catch your eye ... but beware, these beauties are poisonous. First Nations people used this plant to poison their arrowheads and warned their children against its handling.
3 comments:
Who would think that something so pretty would be poisonous. Interesting!
At last! A new post! and all those pretty yellows, too. Thanks!
Carolyn H.
I googled "indigenous plants of the Cariboo" and found your blog. Your site is an incredible find for me. I have recently moved into the area; my interest lies in the uses of native plants.
Great photos, as well. Thank you.
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