Flower Library
Globeflower
Trollius europaeus · Ranunculaceae
Globeflowers are the wild gold globes of German spring. Saturated yellow, perfectly spherical, a classic alpine meadow flower. Rare in floristry, but a statement for authentic wild-meadow bouquets.
- Season
- May – June
- Vase life
- 4–7 days
- Latin name
- Trollius europaeus
- Colors
- Yellow, Orange
Season May and June — very short. Mainly in the Alps and wet upland meadows.
Protected plant in many federal states — we source only from certified cultivation, never wild-harvested.
In bouquets as a rare special accent. Reads instantly through the saturated colour and perfect spherical form.
Is Globeflower toxic to children and pets?
- Children
- Mildly irritating
- Cats
- Toxic
- Dogs
- Toxic
Toxic to cats and dogs. The globeflower belongs to the buttercup family and contains protoanemonin; the sap irritates skin and mucous membranes, and ingestion can cause vomiting and gastrointestinal upset. Keep away from pets.
Typical symptoms: Drooling, irritated mucous membranes, vomiting and diarrhoea after ingestion; the sap can cause skin irritation.
In an emergency:call the German poison control centre in Bonn on +49 228 19240 (24/7) — for pets, contact an emergency vet directly. This information does not replace medical or veterinary advice.
Overview: toxic & non-toxic plants for cats, dogs and children
Care
- 01Cut at an angle.
- 02Medium-deep water.
- 03Keep cool.
- 04Vase life short — enjoy within 5 days.
Frequently asked
- May I pick globeflowers?
- No — protected. Wild-picking is illegal and punishable. Only buy from certified nurseries or florists.
- Do you stock globeflowers regularly?
- Only May/June on request. We don't stock them regularly — ask us a week ahead.
- Are globeflowers toxic to cats and dogs?
- Yes. As a buttercup-family plant, the globeflower contains protoanemonin and is considered toxic to cats and dogs — the sap irritates skin and mucous membranes, and ingestion can cause vomiting and gastrointestinal upset. Keep the vase out of reach of pets.