Status:
valid
Authors:
Crantz
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1763
Citation Micro:
Stirp. Austr. Fasc. 2: 91 (1763)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316405
Common Names
- Ranunculus breyninus
- Breyninus Buttercup
- Buttercup
Description
Ranunculus breyninus (also called Breyn's Buttercup, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean. It is a small, herbaceous plant with a single stem and a crown of small, lobed leaves. It is found in grasslands and meadows, often in areas with moist soils.
Uses & Benefits
Ranunculus breyninus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ranunculus breyninus are small and yellow, with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ranunculus breyninus is a species of herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It is a fast-growing species that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into larger pots and grown in full sun. It is important to keep the soil moist, but not soggy.
Where to Find Ranunculus breyninus
Ranunculus breyninus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, as well as in North Africa and the Middle East.
Ranunculus breyninus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ranunculus breyninus?
Ranunculus breyninus
What are the common names of Ranunculus breyninus?
Breyninus palm, macauba palm
What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus breyninus?
It is native to the Cerrado vegetation of Brazil
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,