Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
pygmaeus
ID:
462051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wahlenb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Fl. Lapp. : 157 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461383

Common Names

  • Pygmy Buttercup
  • Dwarf Buttercup
  • Pygmy Crowfoot

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Synonyms

  • Ranunculus areolatus Petrie [unknown]
  • Ranunculus baerianus Bogusl. [unknown]
  • Ranunculus tappeineri Bamberg. [unknown]
  • Ranunculus pygmaeus langeanus Nath. [unknown]
  • Ranunculus pygmaeus pygmaeus [unknown]
  • Ranunculus pygmaeus pygmaeus [unknown]
  • Ranunculus pygmaeus petiolulatus Fernald [unknown]

Description

Ranunculus pygmaeus (also called Pygmy Buttercup, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus pygmaeus is a perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and is also drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus pygmaeus is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus pygmaeus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is a short-lived perennial, so it may need to be replaced every few years.

Where to Find Ranunculus pygmaeus

Ranunculus pygmaeus is native to Europe and Asia. It is found in moist, shady areas, often near streams and rivers.

Ranunculus pygmaeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus pygmaeus?

Ranunculus pygmaeus

What is the common name of Ranunculus pygmaeus?

Pygmy Buttercup

What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus pygmaeus?

Meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats

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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