Bird’s-foot trefoil
In Latin, the common Bird’s-foot trefoil is known as “Lotus”, as are all other species of bloomfell. However, our native …
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European hazelwort
A highly poisonous plant with an inconspicuous appearance. However, the European hazelwort (Asarum europaeum) can easily be confused with the …
Kidney vetch
The true kidney vetch is difficult to miss on the dry grasslands due to its yellow flowers. At the same …
Silver thistle
The “common silver thistle” (Carlina acaulis ssp. acaulis) is considered the “miracle flower” of Emperor Charlemagne – It was also …
Fragrant orchid
Due to its size, the fragrant orchid can often be overlooked in forest meadows. Yet the small flowers are true …
White clover
The „white clover” is one of the best-known clovers in our gardens and meadows. It is also considered to be …
German fringed gentian
One of the most striking native gentians. The German fringed gentian is a specially protected species. ~ Specially protected species …
Black henbane
Black henbane is one of the most dangerous nightshade plants in our native flora. In the Middle Ages, the herb …
Pasqueflower, common
A native mountain resident, the “common cowbell / common pasqueflower” (Pulsatilla vulgaris). ~ Weak poisionous plant ~ Occurrence and distribution: …
Lesser celandine
The “lesser celandine” (Ficaria verna, Ranunculus ficaria L.) used to be considered an aid against scurvy. The plant has a …