Safety note: Toxic if ingested in large quantities.
Common Tansy is a perennial plant with yellow button-like flowers and aromatic leaves. It has been used historically for medicinal purposes but is toxic if consumed in large amounts.
Habitat
Found in fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Diet
Pollinated by various insects, including bees.
How common
Common
Best time to see a Common Tansy
The best time to see a Common Tansy is June–August, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 21,629 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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