Lesser Celandine
Ficaria verna
Lesser Celandine is one of the earliest spring flowers, opening bright yellow petals whenever sunlight warms the ground. Around Lihou, look for its clusters in sheltered depressions or damp hollows, noticeable spots of yellow before other species emerge. Although its flowers are short-lived, they provide vital early nectar for pollinators.
- Habitat: Damp grasslands, woodland edges, and shaded banks; often in moist or seasonally wet soils.
- When to See: Blooms from late winter to early spring.
- Length: Low-growing plant, typically 5–10 cm tall, with glossy, heart-shaped leaves.