Photo of Nuphar polysepala, commonly known as Rocky Mountain pond-lily or Western yellow pond-lily. The image shows two yellow flowers emerging from the water, held by long stalks above large, green, heart-shaped leaves that float on the water\'s surface. The flowers are partially open, revealing the bright yellow petals. The surrounding water is dark, with patches of mud and other vegetation.
Posted by Lee Petersen | July 4, 2024
Nuphar polysepala
Rocky Mountain pond-lily

Nuphar polysepala, known as Rocky Mountain pond-lily or Western yellow pond-lily, is an aquatic perennial herb distinguished by its large yellow flowers and broad, floating leaves. This species has a...

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Capitate valerian wildflower in bloom, also known as sharpleaf valerian or Valeriana capitata
Posted by Lee Petersen | July 10, 2020
Capitate valerian – Valeriana capitata

The flowering head of Capitate valerian is typically 2-3 cm wide. The budding inflorescence is purple, and the flowers on the blooming inflorescence are tubular, white or slightly pink

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Yellow flowers of labrador lousewort taken in Nome Creek, Alaska.
Posted by Lee Petersen | June 17, 2020
Labrador Lousewort – Pedicularis labradorica

Labrador lousewort is a 5-15 inch partially parasitic plant with an inflorescence of yellow flowers. Native to Alaska, Canada and Greenland it grows in bogs and tundra.

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Arctic Primrose – Primula pumila
Posted by Lee Petersen | May 19, 2020
Arctic Primrose – Primula pumila

The Arctic primrose tends to live in very wet soil and stream beds. It grows to be about 10-12 cm tall. It has 5 lobed pink or purple-pink petals.

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