marsh marigold

American  

noun

1. a yellow-flowered plant, Caltha palustris, of the buttercup family, growing in marshes and meadows; cowslip.

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marsh marigold British  

noun

1. Also called: kingcup.   May blobs.   cowslip.  a yellow-flowered ranunculaceous plant, Caltha palustris, that grows in swampy places

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Etymology

Origin of marsh marigold

First recorded in 1570–80

Example Sentences

You can also try perennials such as the marsh marigold, Lily of the valley, astilbe, clematis, primrose, pansy and lamb’s ear.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 15, 2014

They were called cowslips sometimes, and sometimes marsh marigold.

From "Miracles on Maple Hill" by Virginia Sorensen

We drink with the bending willow, with the dripping flowers on the bank; their cups run over—the marsh marigold, that fine lady, can bear it better!

From Pictures of Sweden by Andersen, H. C. (Hans Christian)

The following varieties are suggested for special observation and study: hepatica, violet, anemone, columbine, Indian turnip, marsh marigold.

From Ontario Teachers' Manuals: Nature Study by Ontario. Ministry of Education

Here is more "May-flower" or marsh marigold; let us take some; it will make a bright show in our wildflower cluster.

From Country Walks of a Naturalist with His Children by Houghton, W. (William)