Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
radicans
ID:
462046

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Mey.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Fl. Altaic. 2: 316 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461378

Common Names

  • Climbing Buttercup
  • Climbing Crowfoot
  • Climbing Ranunculus

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Synonyms

  • Ranunculus gmelinii radicans (C.A.Mey.) Hultén [unknown]

Description

Ranunculus radicans (also called Creeping 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 radicans 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 radicans 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 radicans 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 radicans

Ranunculus radicans is native to parts of Europe, including Austria, Bulgaria, and Romania.

Ranunculus radicans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus radicans?

Ranunculus radicans

What is the common name of Ranunculus radicans?

Clinging Buttercup

What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus radicans?

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

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