Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
brotherusii
ID:
462240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Freyn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 6: 885 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461572

Common Names

  • Brotherusii Buttercup
  • Brotherusii Crowfoot
  • Brotherusii Spearwort

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Synonyms

  • Ranunculus brotherusii latisectus Riedl [unknown]
  • Ranunculus affinis dasycarpus Maxim. [unknown]
  • Ranunculus brotherusii dasycarpus (Maxim.) Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Ranunculus tanguticus dasycarpus (Maxim.) L.Liu [unknown]
  • Ranunculus brotherusii dasycarpus (Maxim.) L.Liou [unknown]

Description

Ranunculus brotherusii (also called Brotherus' Buttercup, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the buttercup family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in moist meadows, wet pastures, and along streams. It has small yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus brotherusii is a low-growing plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It has attractive yellow flowers and is drought-tolerant. It is also used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and borders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ranunculus brotherusii var. tanguticus (Maxim.) Tamura

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus brotherusii is a bright yellow with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus brotherusii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring, and cuttings can be taken in the summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Ranunculus brotherusii

Ranunculus brotherusii can be found in the Northern Hemisphere, in areas such as Europe, North America, and Asia.

Ranunculus brotherusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus brotherusii?

Ranunculus brotherusii

What are the common names of Ranunculus brotherusii?

Brother's Buttercup, Brother's Crowfoot

What is the habitat of Ranunculus brotherusii?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils, usually in open, sunny places

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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