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Winter Aconite

Eranthis hyemalis

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Description:

This bright little flower is part of the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae)
it grows to around 5-8cm (2-3in) and is bright yellow surrounding by a crown of green leaves, However this plant is poisonous if consumed.

Habitat:

Growing in patches by the side of a country lane in derbyshire. There are several different subspecies native to Europe, East Asia and Japan.

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PublishedMarch 5, 2013

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