Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
vastifolius
ID:
462761

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Julin) Ericsson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 29: 156 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462093

Common Names

  • Vastifolius Buttercup
  • Vastifolius Crowfoot
  • Vastifolius Meadow Buttercup

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Synonyms

  • Ranunculus auricomus vastifolius Julin [unknown]

Description

Ranunculus vastifolius (also called Broad-Leaved Buttercup, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Europe and western Asia. It is an annual herb with erect stems and small, yellow flowers. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus vastifolius is a popular ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus vastifolius is yellow and has a star-shaped corolla. The seed of Ranunculus vastifolius is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus vastifolius is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It is best propagated by division of the rhizomes in the spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in moist, well-draining soil in a sunny location. It prefers cool temperatures and should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Ranunculus vastifolius

Ranunculus vastifolius can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to the Middle East.

Ranunculus vastifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus vastifolius?

Ranunculus vastifolius

What is the common name of Ranunculus vastifolius?

Vast-Leaved Buttercup

What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus vastifolius?

Meadows, grasslands, 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

Erik Julin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Julin' 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:964646-1: Based on the initial data import