Caltha palustris
TAXONOMY
FamilyRanunculaceae
GenusCaltha
Zone3
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Caltha palustris, commonly known as marsh marigold, is a perennial plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It is native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, typically found in wetlands, marshes, and along stream banks. The plant produces bright yellow flowers in early spring and has a dormancy period during the winter months.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Marsh Marigold
Caltha alpestris
Caltha alpina
Caltha arctica
Caltha arctica subsp. caespitosa
Caltha arctica subsp. membranacea
Caltha arctica subsp. sibirica
Caltha asarifolia
Caltha caespitosa
Caltha confinis
Caltha cornuta
Caltha coronata
Caltha crenata
Caltha dentata
Caltha elata
Caltha emodorum
Caltha ficarioides
Caltha flabellifolia
Caltha freyniana
Caltha glabra
Caltha gorovii
Caltha grosse-serrata
Caltha guerangerii
Caltha himalayanus
Caltha himalensis
Caltha integerrima
Caltha intermedia
Caltha laeta
Caltha laeta subsp. rostrata
Caltha latifolia
Caltha longirostris
Caltha major
Caltha membranacea
Caltha membranacea var. grandiflora
Caltha minor
Caltha minor subsp. arctica
Caltha napalensis
Caltha natans var. arctica
Caltha natans var. asarifolia
Caltha orthorhyncha
Caltha pallidiflora
Caltha palustris f. arrabonensis
Caltha palustris f. cornuta
Caltha palustris f. czarnohorensis
Caltha palustris f. decumbens
Caltha palustris f. dentata
Caltha palustris f. erecta
Caltha palustris f. gigas
Caltha palustris f. integerrima
Caltha palustris f. minor
Caltha palustris f. orthocarpa
Caltha palustris f. platycarpa
Caltha palustris f. plena
Caltha palustris f. plurisepala
Caltha palustris f. pratensis
Caltha palustris f. radicans
Caltha palustris f. retyzatensis
Caltha palustris f. simonkaiana
Caltha palustris f. transsilvanica
Caltha palustris f. ucrainica
Caltha palustris f. vulgaris
Caltha palustris subsp. araneosa
Caltha palustris subsp. arctica
Caltha palustris subsp. asarifolia
Caltha palustris subsp. membranacea
Caltha palustris subsp. minor
Caltha palustris subsp. nymphiifolia
Caltha palustris subsp. palustris
Caltha palustris subsp. polysepala
Caltha palustris subsp. radicans
Caltha palustris subsp. renifolia
Caltha palustris subsp. sibirica
Caltha palustris subsp. thracica
Caltha palustris subsp. violacea
Caltha palustris var. acutiserrata
Caltha palustris var. aleutensis
Caltha palustris var. alpestris
Caltha palustris var. alpina
Caltha palustris var. araneosa
Caltha palustris var. arctica
Caltha palustris var. asarifolia
Caltha palustris var. borbasii
Caltha palustris var. bosnica
Caltha palustris var. cornuta
Caltha palustris var. dentata
Caltha palustris var. enkoso
Caltha palustris var. flabellifolia
Caltha palustris var. himalensis
Caltha palustris var. integerrima
Caltha palustris var. laeta
Caltha palustris var. latifolia
Caltha palustris var. major
Caltha palustris var. minima
Caltha palustris var. minor
Caltha palustris var. nipponica
Caltha palustris var. orbicularis
Caltha palustris var. orientalisinensis
Caltha palustris var. palustris
Caltha palustris var. parnassifolia
Caltha palustris var. polypetala
Caltha palustris var. polysepala
Caltha palustris var. radicans
Caltha palustris var. sibirica
Caltha palustris var. stagnalis
Caltha palustris var. vulgaris
Caltha palustris var. zetlandica
Caltha paniculata
Caltha parnassifolia
Caltha polypetala
Caltha polypetala var. colchica
Caltha polypetala var. orthoryncha
Caltha populago
Caltha procumbens
Caltha pumila
Caltha pygmaea
Caltha radicans
Caltha ranunculoides
Caltha riparia
Caltha rostrata
Caltha serotina
Caltha sibirica
Caltha silvestris
Caltha stagnalis
Caltha thracica
Caltha ucrainica
Caltha violacea
Caltha vulgaris
Caltha zetlandica
Populago palustris
OVERVIEW
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WaterVery Wet
SoilLoamy
LightIndirect Bright (6 Hours)
Temperature15° C
Humidity70%
Dormancy3 Months
pH6.5
Pressure1,013 mbar
DETAILS
Care Instructions
Marsh marigold thrives in temperate climates with moderate temperatures. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. The plant should be kept in consistently wet soil and does not tolerate drought conditions. It is best grown outdoors in a suitable wetland environment.Soil
Caltha palustris prefers loamy soil that is consistently wet or even waterlogged. Good drainage is not necessary as the plant thrives in wet conditions. The soil should be rich in organic matter to support its nutrient needs.Fertilizer
A balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 10-10-10 can be applied during the growing season to support healthy growth. Fertilize sparingly, as the plant can thrive in nutrient-rich soil.Repotting
Repotting is generally not necessary for marsh marigold as it is best grown in its natural wetland habitat. However, if grown in a container, repotting can be done in early spring before new growth begins. Ensure the new container has ample space and is filled with loamy, water-retentive soil.Propagation
Marsh marigold can be propagated by division or from seed. Division is best done in early spring or late fall. Carefully separate the plant into smaller sections, ensuring each section has roots attached, and replant in suitable wet soil. Seeds can be sown in the fall and require a cold stratification period to germinate.Pruning
Pruning is not typically required for marsh marigold. However, removing spent flowers and dead foliage can help maintain the plant's appearance and encourage new growth.Toxicity
Caltha palustris is toxic to both humans and pets. All parts of the plant contain toxic compounds that can cause skin irritation and gastrointestinal distress if ingested. Handle with care and keep away from children and pets.REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR PLANT CARE
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