Sanicula arcotopoides
Footsteps of Spring
My honey took the day off and we went for a hike in Toro County Park. There were wildflowers everywhere. I don't have time right now to get through all my photos so I'm posting a preview here featuring a wildflower that is found only on the west coast of the States. Sanicula arcotopoides is in the carrot family. It grows 3 to 8 inches tall and is often scattered across fields like "footsteps" thus its common name of Footsteps of Spring. I thought it appropriate for today.
The path here was littered with Footsteps of Spring
It's going to be a busy weekend so I'll post about the hike next week. Happy first day of Spring!
Happy spring! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteAnd to you as well! I don't believe I've ever heard of that wildflower before. Something to look for next time we head to CA. They do look like someone stepped in bright yellow paint and then danced a jig all over the hillside!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful footsteps - a path to spring!
ReplyDeleteYes, it's officially spring now, and those are lovely photos!
ReplyDeleteIt's as if Mother Earth is reflecting Sun's image with cute little yellow blooms! Great photos, Michelle.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful name for a flower! I'm glad you enjoyed your hike. Sounds like it was a beautiful day.
ReplyDeleteKaren, that flower doesn't seem to have a large range. This is the first time that I think I've seen it. I've never noticed it in the park across the valley from me and the 2 parks are quite close as the crow flies, but the weather in Toro park is more marine influenced.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the lovely comments everyone!