Words + Images

On the way into work this morning, I spied a bank of buttercups nestled beneath some bushes.  I had no camera in-hand, so I picked a few plants to sit on my desk as a reminder of the outside.  It’s kind of amazing how memory works because as I look at the plants I am reminded of childhood, making mudpies and decorating them with buttercups.  Anyway … I googled the plants and have learned the following:

• Buttercups are part of the genus ranunculus that has approximately 400 species.
• Somtimes the petals are white, but the centers are always yellow.
• It’s poisonous!
• The name is derived from the latin word for “little frog”

For some amazing visuals, check out this site for buttercups, up close and personal. 😉