Bonus 06 - Spring Ephemerals: Coltsfoot

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Bonus 06 - Spring Ephemerals: Coltsfoot

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Mar 17, 2018

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Today we begin the first of many future episodes about spring ephemeral wildflowers. During this episode, Steve and Bill talk about Coltsfoot's adaptations, life cycle, use as a cooking spice, and toxicity. Unfortunately, the guys never figure out what the species name, farfara, means... if you know, share the love. Enjoy!

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Mar 17, 2018

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