Ranunculus andersonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andersonii
ID:
461898
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 7: 327 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461230
Common Names
- Anderson's Buttercup
- Anderson's Meadow Buttercup
- Anderson's Meadow Crowfoot
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- Oxygraphis andersonii Freyn [unknown]
- Beckwithia andersonii (A.Gray) Jeps. [unknown]
Description
Ranunculus andersonii (also called 'Anderson's Meadow Buttercup', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers, native to the meadows of Europe and Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Ranunculus andersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ranunculus andersonii is a bright yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small rosette of leaves.
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Ranunculus andersonii can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall or early spring. Divide the clumps in the spring or fall. Cut back the foliage after flowering to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Ranunculus andersonii
Ranunculus andersonii is native to Europe and Asia. It is found in moist, shady areas, often near streams and rivers.
Ranunculus andersonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ranunculus andersonii?
Ranunculus andersonii
What is the common name of Ranunculus andersonii?
Anderson's Buttercup
Where does Ranunculus andersonii grow?
Ranunculus andersonii grows in moist 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
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References
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:712202-1: Based on the initial data import