A group of bright yellow Lesser Celandine or pilewort flowers, Ficaria verna, blooming in the springtime

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Lesser celandine or Pilewort, Ficaria verna, is a low-growing perennial common throughout the UK. It is widespread in woods, hedgerows, ditches and on the banks of streams, but can also be found in gardens. It has dark green, glossy, heart-shaped leaves and bright, shiny, yellow flowers that bloom in March or April.

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Location: Shropshire, England, UK
Photo credit: © Jackie Tweddle / Alamy / Afripics
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