In spring, this plant is easy to spot by its arrow-shaped leaves—sometimes referred to as “bunny ears”! You may notice black blotches on the leaves. Turn the leaf over, and you might see a stained-glass effect, which is a great way to compare it to its possible lookalike in early spring, common sorrel. At first, they can look similar, but as you get to know them, the difference becomes clear: Lords and Ladies have sharper, no-nonsense leaf shapes and are shiny, while sorrel leaves are softer and more rounded. Important: The leaves are poisonous if eaten raw. Eating them can feel like having shards of sharp crystal in your mouth - i.e. very painful - and they can upset your stomach. They are not usually fatal, but definitely unpleasant. Later in the year, lollipop-like berries appear in late summer and autumn. They are bright, mystical, and tempting, especially for children—but they are not edible. Instead, enjoy their beauty and magical appearance in the wild.