Status:
valid
Authors:
Erst
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Sist. Zametki Mater. Gerb. Krylova Tomsk. Gosud. Univ. 112: 60. 2015
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421832
Description
Ranunculus eryuanensis (also called Eryuan ranunculus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to East Asia and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and along riverbanks. It is a small to medium-sized herb, growing up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are pinnate, and its flowers are white and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Ranunculus eryuanensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ranunculus eryuanensis is white with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green, with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ranunculus eryuanensis can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. The soil should be well-draining and the plant should be grown in full sun. It is also important to water the plant regularly and to fertilize it every few weeks.
Where to Find Ranunculus eryuanensis
Ranunculus eryuanensis is native to the Mediterranean region.
Ranunculus eryuanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ranunculus eryuanensis?
Ranunculus eryuanensis
What is the common name of Ranunculus eryuanensis?
Eryuan Buttercup
What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus eryuanensis?
It is found in the temperate regions of China.
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
Andrey S. Erst: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Erst' in the authors string.