Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
caucasicus
ID:
461351

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Bieb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas. 2: 27 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000460683

Common Names

  • Caucasian Buttercup
  • Caucasian Crowfoot
  • Caucasian Spearwort

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Description

Ranunculus caucasicus (also called 'Caucasian Buttercup', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has yellow flowers with five petals and numerous stamens. It is native to Europe and Asia and grows in meadows, pastures and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus caucasicus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for some animals.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ranunculus caucasicus sub. pavlii Elenevsky & Derv.-Sok.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus caucasicus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus caucasicus is a perennial plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as profusely. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Ranunculus caucasicus

Ranunculus caucasicus can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Europe and Asia.

Ranunculus caucasicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus caucasicus?

Ranunculus caucasicus

What type of plant is Ranunculus caucasicus?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Ranunculus caucasicus grow?

It grows in moist, shady areas in Europe and Asia

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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