Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
acraeus
ID:
508542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heenan & P.J.Lockh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 44: 438 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507874



Common Names

  • Ranunculus acraeus
  • Acraeus Buttercup
  • Ranunculus Buttercup


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Description

Ranunculus acraeus (also called Acraeus Buttercup, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in grassy areas, usually near the base of hills.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus acraeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, diuretic, and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus acraeus is yellow, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white fleshy coating. The seedlings are small and have a white fleshy coating.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus acraeus can be propagated by seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in early spring or late fall when the plant is dormant. The divided plants should be planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ranunculus acraeus

Ranunculus acraeus can be found in the mountains of Greece.

Ranunculus acraeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus acraeus?

Ranunculus acraeus

What type of plant is Ranunculus acraeus?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Ranunculus acraeus found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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

Peter Brian Heenan (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heenan' in the authors string.
Peter J. Lockhart: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Lockh.' in the authors string.