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Golden Saxifrage

Chrysosplenium americanum

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Illustration of Golden Saxifrage (Chrysosplenium americanum)

Golden Saxifrage is a low-growing plant with bright yellow-green flowers. It thrives in damp, shady environments and is a springtime bloomer.

Habitat
It is found in wet woodlands and along stream banks.
Diet
Bees and flies are attracted to its flowers for pollination.
How common
Rare

Best time to see a Golden Saxifrage

The best time to see a Golden Saxifrage is March–May, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 2,994 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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