Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
apenninus
ID:
461822

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chiov.) Pignatti

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Giorn. Bot. Ital. 116: 94 (1982 publ. 1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461154

Common Names

  • Apenninus Buttercup
  • Apenninus Crowfoot
  • Apenninus Ranunculus

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Synonyms

  • Ranunculus montanus apenninus Chiov. [unknown]

Description

Ranunculus apenninus (also called 'Apennine Buttercup', among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with yellow flowers. It is native to the mountains of Europe and can be found in alpine meadows and other moist, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus apenninus is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It is native to New Zealand, where it is found in the South Island and Stewart Island. It is a herbaceous perennial, growing to 0.2 m tall, with yellow flowers. Non-medical uses of Ranunculus apenninus include ornamental planting in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ranunculus apenninus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus apenninus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during dry spells. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Ranunculus apenninus

Ranunculus apenninus is native to the Mediterranean region.

Ranunculus apenninus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus apenninus?

Ranunculus apenninus

What type of plant is Ranunculus apenninus?

Ranunculus apenninus is a flowering plant in the buttercup family.

Where is Ranunculus apenninus found?

Ranunculus apenninus is found in Europe.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2524180: Based on the initial data import
Sandro Pignatti (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pignatti' in the authors string.
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.