Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Cowslip |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | April |
| ImageUrl | Primula-002 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location | Watford |
| Human Toxicity | Non_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Cowslip is a perennial herbaceous plant with bright yellow, nodding flowers that bloom in the spring. The flowers are grouped in umbels and have a sweet, fragrant scent, while the leaves form a rosette at the base.
Distribution
It is native to Europe and western Asia, commonly found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Medicinal/Other Uses
✅ Traditionally used in herbal medicine for its sedative and anti-inflammatory properties, particularly in treating coughs and colds.
Edibility
Edible - flowers can be used in salads, and the leaves are sometimes used in teas.
Human Toxicity
Non Toxic - generally safe for human handling and consumption in typical culinary amounts.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic to dogs and cats - no known harmful effects when ingested by pets.
Active Compounds
Saponins, flavonoids, phenolic glycosides.