Status:
valid
Authors:
(Julin) Ericsson
Source:
ksu
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 86: 78 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461481
Common Names
- Ranunculus Albertsonii
- Albertsonii Ranunculus
- Ranunculus of Albertsonii
Description
Ranunculus albertsonii (also called Albertson's Buttercup, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in grassland and meadow habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ranunculus albertsonii is a low-growing plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It has attractive white flowers and is drought-tolerant. It is also used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and borders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ranunculus albertsonii is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ranunculus albertsonii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by dividing the clumps of plants in the spring or fall. It is also possible to propagate from seed, but this is a slow process.
Where to Find Ranunculus albertsonii
Ranunculus albertsonii can be found in the western United States.
Ranunculus albertsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ranunculus albertsonii?
Ranunculus albertsonii
What is the common name of Ranunculus albertsonii?
Albertson's Buttercup
What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus albertsonii?
Meadows and open woods in western North America
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,
References
Erik Julin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Julin' in the authors string.