The name “Celandine” refers to its resemblance to greater celandine (a European plant), though they are unrelated.
Produces bright yellow, four-petaled flowers about 1–2 inches wide.
Attractive deeply lobed, bluish-green foliage that persists after blooming.
Self-seeds modestly, creating a naturalized effect without being aggressive.
Produces bright orange sap when stems are broken, a distinctive feature of the poppy family.
Historically used in folk medicine, though it is mildly toxic and should not be ingested.
The name “Celandine” refers to its resemblance to greater celandine (a European plant), though they are unrelated.
Produces bright yellow, four-petaled flowers about 1–2 inches wide.
Attractive deeply lobed, bluish-green foliage that persists after blooming.
Self-seeds modestly, creating a naturalized effect without being aggressive.
Produces bright orange sap when stems are broken, a distinctive feature of the poppy family.
Historically used in folk medicine, though it is mildly toxic and should not be ingested.
Bloom time: mid- to late spring
Habitats: bases and lower slopes of bluffs; lower slopes of ravines; mesic deciduous woodlands; rocky banks of streams
Lifespan: perennial
Moisture: moist to mesic
Plant Type (height): forb (1 to 1.5 feet)
Requirements: partial sun to dappled sunlight
Soil: rich loamy soil
