Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
ksu
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 21: 370 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461928
Common Names
- Triternate Buttercup
- Ranunculus triternatus
- Ranunculus triternatus var. triternatus
Synonyms
- Ranunculus reconditus A.Nelson & J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
Description
Ranunculus triternatus (also called Three-Toothed Buttercup, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant in the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia, and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has bright yellow flowers and deeply lobed, three-toothed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Ranunculus triternatus has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries. It has been used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation. It has also been used as a diuretic and to treat digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ranunculus triternatus is a yellow, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ranunculus triternatus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Ranunculus triternatus
Ranunculus triternatus is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia. It is found in moist meadows, woods, and wet places.
Ranunculus triternatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ranunculus triternatus?
Ranunculus triternatus
What is the family of Ranunculus triternatus?
Ranunculaceae
Where is Ranunculus triternatus native to?
Central and Eastern Europe
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,