Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
acetosellifolius
ID:
462057

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Universelle Genève , n.s., 13: 406 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461389

Common Names

  • Acetosella Buttercup
  • Acetosella Crowfoot
  • Acetosella Ranunculus

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Description

Ranunculus acetosellifolius (also called Sheep's-Sorrel-Leaved Buttercup, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and sheep's-sorrel-like leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus acetosellifolius is a perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and is also drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus acetosellifolius is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus acetosellifolius can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is a short-lived perennial, so it may need to be replaced every few years.

Where to Find Ranunculus acetosellifolius

Ranunculus acetosellifolius is native to Europe and Asia. It is found in moist, shady areas, often near streams and rivers.

Ranunculus acetosellifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus acetosellifolius?

Ranunculus acetosellifolius

What type of plant is Ranunculus acetosellifolius?

Herb

What is the growth habit of Ranunculus acetosellifolius?

It is a low-growing, spreading perennial herb

Species in the Ranunculus genus

Ranunculus curvicaulis, Ranunculus cosmophyllus, Ranunculus cortusifolius, Ranunculus corylisinus, Ranunculus crassicaulis, Ranunculus crassifolius, Ranunculus crassipes, Ranunculus crassitruncus, Ranunculus constantinopolitanus, Ranunculus convexiusculus, Ranunculus cordiger, Ranunculus crassus, Ranunculus cuneaticans, Ranunculus crassiusculus, Ranunculus cupreus, Ranunculus curvatus, Ranunculus creticus, Ranunculus crateris, Ranunculus crebridens, Ranunculus crenatolobus, Ranunculus crenatus, Ranunculus crenifer, Ranunculus crymophilus, Ranunculus crithmifolius, Ranunculus crosbyi, Ranunculus crenifolius, Ranunculus janischevskyi, Ranunculus javanicus, Ranunculus javorkae, Ranunculus inundatus, Ranunculus kitaibelii, Ranunculus islandicus, Ranunculus isophyllus, Ranunculus isthmicus, Ranunculus istriacus, Ranunculus jacquemontii, Ranunculus isophylloides, Ranunculus kelchoensis, Ranunculus kemensis, Ranunculus jazgulemicus, Ranunculus keniensis, Ranunculus karpatianus, Ranunculus egens, Ranunculus effingens, Ranunculus dysandrus, Ranunculus eichlerianus, Ranunculus fagerstroemii, Ranunculus ducis, Ranunculus erythrogonius, Ranunculus fallacifolius,

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

Aconitum soyaense, Aconitum abietetorum, Aconitum acutiusculum, Aconitum ajanense, Aconitum alboflavidum, Aconitum alboviolaceum, Aconitum alpino-nepalense, Aconitum ambiguum, Aconitum amplexicaule, Aconitum angulatum, Aconitum angusticassidatum, Aconitum angustifolium, Aconitum anthora, Aconitum apetalum, Aconitum aquilonare, Aconitum artemisiifolium, Aconitum assamicum, Aconitum atlanticum, Aconitum austriacum, Aconitum austrokoreense, Aconitum axilliflorum, Aconitum azumiense, Aconitum baburinii, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum bailangense, Aconitum barbatum, Aconitum baumgartenianum, Aconitum berdaui, Aconitum bhedingense, Aconitum bicolor, Aconitum biflorum, Aconitum brachypodum, Aconitum bracteolatum, Aconitum brevicalcaratum, Aconitum brevilimbum, Aconitum brevipetalum, Aconitum brunneum, Aconitum bucovinense, Aconitum bujbense, Aconitum bulbilliferum, Aconitum bulleyanum, Aconitum burnatii, Aconitum calthifolium, Aconitum cammarum, Aconitum campylorrhynchum, Aconitum cannabifolium, Aconitum carmichaelii, Aconitum changianum, Aconitum charkeviczii,

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