Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
venetus
ID:
462754

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huter ex Landolt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 70: 5 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462086

Common Names

  • Venetus Buttercup
  • Venetus Crowfoot
  • Venetus Meadow Buttercup

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Description

Ranunculus venetus (also called Venetian 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 venetus 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 venetus is yellow and has a star-shaped corolla. The seed of Ranunculus venetus is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus venetus 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 venetus

Ranunculus venetus can be found in Europe, from France to Romania.

Ranunculus venetus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus venetus?

Ranunculus venetus

What is the common name of Ranunculus venetus?

Venetian Buttercup

What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus venetus?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2525298: Based on the initial data import
Rupert Huter (1834-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huter' in the authors string.
Elias Landolt (1926-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Landolt' in the authors string.