Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
aotearoanus
ID:
1410794

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.21875. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423259

Common Names

  • Ranunculus aotearoanus
  • Aotearoan Ranunculus
  • Aotearoan Buttercup

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Description

Ranunculus aotearoanus (also called New Zealand Buttercup, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It has a creeping rhizome and erect stems that reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are alternate, ovate, and serrate. Its flowers are yellow and appear in spring. It prefers sunny and wet habitats, such as marshes and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus aotearoanus is an ornamental plant often used in gardens and parks. It has a unique shape and is known for its bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ranunculus aotearoanus has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus aotearoanus is a perennial plant native to New Zealand. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Ranunculus aotearoanus

Ranunculus aotearoanus can be found in New Zealand.

Ranunculus aotearoanus FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Ranunculus aotearoanus?

Ranunculus aotearoanus prefers a soil pH of 6.0-7.0

What is the optimal temperature for Ranunculus aotearoanus?

Ranunculus aotearoanus prefers temperatures between 65-75°F

What is the optimal light requirement for Ranunculus aotearoanus?

Ranunculus aotearoanus prefers full sun to partial shade

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.