Reuss Griffiths wrote:
Another nice set of pictures Fran. The flower looks like an aqualegia (columbine) in the process of opening up. They grow wild and flower in late spring /early summer. They are available as hybrids in most nurseries these days. See attached image. Don't think they are poisonous but then again, many common flowers are and others are edible. Don't think it's wise to experiment.
Thanks for compliment Reuss. Interestingly, I read that it releases hydrogen cyanide "when damaged". Not sure what that means, maybe it gets aerosolized. However Indians used to use it medicinally. You are right, wouldn't want to try it