As early spring arrives, and the forest floor begins to awaken, the Lesser Celandine is one of the first to brighten the landscape. With its cheerful, heart-shaped leaves and vibrant yellow blooms, it brings a welcome hint of sunshine to the woodland, reminding us that spring is just around the corner.

A member of the buttercup family, Lesser Celandine thrives in damp, shaded areas and spreads across the ground like a golden carpet. Its flowers open in the sunlight and close at dusk or on cloudy days, making it a natural indicator of changing light and temperature. Before long, the forest will be bursting with a tapestry of wildflowers