Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
novae-forestae
ID:
463461

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.D.Webster

Source:
ksu

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Watsonia 18: 139 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462793

Common Names

  • Forest Buttercup
  • New Forest Buttercup
  • Novae-Forestae Buttercup

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Description

Ranunculus novae-forestae (also called New Forest Buttercup, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It is an annual herb growing up to 30 cm tall, with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, and it is found in a variety of habitats, including grassland, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus novae-forestae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to create natural dyes for fabrics and as a medicinal plant for treating skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ranunculus novae-forestae has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus novae-forestae can be propagated by division or seed. Division is best done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a cold frame. The seedlings should be transplanted into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Ranunculus novae-forestae

Ranunculus novae-forestae can be found in the mountains of western North America, from Alaska to California.

Ranunculus novae-forestae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus novae-forestae?

Ranunculus novae-forestae

What is the common name of Ranunculus novae-forestae?

New Forest Buttercup

Where is Ranunculus novae-forestae found?

Ranunculus novae-forestae is found in the mountains of Europe, from the Pyrenees to the Caucasus.

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,

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