Greater celandine

Greater celandine (Chelidonium majus)

Greater celandine, also known as Chelidonium, Devil’s milk

Greater Celandine (*Chelidonium majus*) is a plant characterized by its bright golden-yellow flowers and toxic yellow latex. This species has been cultivated since the first century, during the time of Pliny the Elder. Belonging to the poppy family (Papaveraceae), Greater Celandine is noted for its vibrant blooms and the caution required due to its poisonous latex.

Key Facts About Greater celandine

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Attributes of Greater celandine

Lifespan
Perennial, Biennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
30 cm to 1 m
Spread
30 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green Blue
Flower Size
1.5 cm to 2.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow

Scientific Classification of Greater celandine

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Ranunculales
Family
Poppy
Genus
Celandines
Species
Greater celandine

Toxicity

Ingestion, Skin Contact