Marsh Marigold
Caltha palustris
UK Green ListEasy to see📍 Lake District
Season
Year-round. Flowers April to June.
Best time of day
Any. That yellow.
Lake District
Wet ground. Stream edges. That yellow. Kingcup. April to June. Common. Wet feet. Unmistakeable.
UK population
Widespread in wet places.
Overview
Marsh marigolds are kingcups. That yellow. Wet ground. Stream edges. April to June. Common. Wet feet. Unmistakeable. Not a marigold. Buttercup family.
At a Glance
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Habitat | Wet ground · Stream edge · Marsh |
| UK population | Widespread in wet places. |
| Lake District | Wet ground. Stream edges. That yellow. Kingcup. April to June. Common. Wet feet. Unmistakeable. |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Wet ground, stream edges. Throughout the Lakes. That yellow. Kingcup. Wet feet. April to June.
Identification
Yellow. Shiny. Wet ground. Kingcup. April to June. Unmistakeable.
Viewing & Photography Tips
April to June. Wet ground. That yellow. Kingcup. Common.
Conservation Status
UK Green List
This species has a favourable conservation status in the UK and remains an important part of Lake District biodiversity.
Plan your visit to the Lake District
RSPB Haweswater, Grizedale Forest, Leighton Moss. Practical guides to getting there, what to bring, and the best spots for each season.