Coltsfoot can be recognized by its striking flowers, among other things. But they don't just stand out because of their bright yellow color. At the time of flowering, the rest of nature is still so modest that they have almost the entire stage to themselves. When does her performance start?
When is the blooming season of coltsfoot?
The flowering period of the coltsfoot extends from February to April. During this time the plant presents its bright yellow flowers, while the green leaves appear later. Coltsfoot often blooms together with snowdrops.
First the flowers, then the leaves
The flowering behavior of coltsfoot is somewhat unusual. It is his flowers that he shows first. There is no green leaves in sight at this time. No wonder the flowers immediately catch our eye.
Coltsfoot blooms almost alone
The coltsfoot can hardly wait to present its pretty flowers early in the new year. At this time hardly any other plants have awakened from their winter sleep. So the yellow flower doesn't have to fear any competition for the viewer's attention. Only the brave snowdrop dares to stick its flower head out into the cold air at the same time.
These months belong to the blossoms
Every year from February to April, coltsfoot flowers bring color to the still dreary nature. The current weather may delay its flowering a little or start it earlier. But these are only deviations of a few days. After the flowers have faded, the coltsfoot forms dandelions, the seeds of which are carried everywhere by the wind. Only when this work is done can the leaves appear.
Tip
The flowers of this medicinal plant are not poisonous, but he althy. Picked in the midst of untouched nature, they can enrich our salad without hesitation.
Stunning resemblance to dandelions
The color is right, the shape too. Anyone who looks at the coltsfoot flower cannot help but think of the dandelion. When collecting the medicinal plant, confusion can often arise. Their flowers are too similar – at least at first glance. But the differences quickly become apparent.
- Dandelions already have leaves when they bloom
- the stem is smooth
- It only blooms from April, when the coltsfoot has already faded
