Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
glacialis
ID:
461702

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 553 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461034

Common Names

  • Glacial Buttercup
  • Glacial Crowfoot
  • Glacial Ranunculus

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Synonyms

  • Oxygraphis vulgaris Freyn [unknown]
  • Oxygraphis glacialis Dalla Torre [unknown]
  • Ranunculus eriocalyx Scheele [unknown]
  • Ranunculus roseus Hegetschw. [unknown]
  • Beckwithia glacialis (L.) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
  • Hecatonia glacialis Schur [unknown]
  • Oxygraphis gelida O.Schwarz [unknown]
  • Ranunculus glacialis crithmifolius Rchb. [unknown]

Description

Ranunculus glacialis (also called 'Glacial Buttercup', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Caucasus region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary yellow flowers. It typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus glacialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. Its flowers are also used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ranunculus glacialis sub. camissonis (Schltdl.) Hultén
Ranunculus glacialis sub. glacialis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus glacialis is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus glacialis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It is best to divide the plants every 3-4 years to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Ranunculus glacialis

Ranunculus glacialis is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Ranunculus glacialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus glacialis?

Ranunculus glacialis

What is the common name of Ranunculus glacialis?

Glacier Buttercup

What is the habitat of Ranunculus glacialis?

Grasslands, meadows and pastures

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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