Asphodel

Narthecium ossifragum, known as bog asphodel, is a species of flowering plant in the Nartheciaceae family. It is native to Western Europe and thrives in wet, acidic, low-calcium environments such as boggy moorlands. The plant is distinguished by its bright yellow summer flowers and bright orange fruits, which have historically been used as a substitute for saffron in the Shetland Islands. It is found in areas such as Portugal, Flanders, and several regions in Norway. The specific name ossifragum refers to a traditional belief that the plant caused brittle bones in sheep, likely due to the plant's association with calcium-deficient soils. The plant is also adapted to rain-pollination, in addition to other pollination methods.