Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
tenerescens
ID:
462666

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Markl.) Ericsson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 29: 154 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461998

Common Names

  • Tenerescens Buttercup
  • Ranunculus Tenerescens
  • Tenerescens

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Description

Ranunculus tenerescens (also called 'Tenerescens Buttercup', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus, Turkey, and Iran, and is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with five petals and numerous stamens.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus tenerescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as well as for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus tenerescens is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus tenerescens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden, as it is prone to wind damage. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed in late spring. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it will spread rapidly and can be divided every few years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Ranunculus tenerescens

Ranunculus tenerescens can be found in meadows and grasslands in Europe.

Ranunculus tenerescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus tenerescens?

Ranunculus tenerescens

What is the common name of Ranunculus tenerescens?

Tenerescens Buttercup

What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus tenerescens?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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

Gunnar Marklund (1892-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markl.' in the authors string.
Stefan Ericsson (1954-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ericsson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:964614-1: Based on the initial data import