Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
decurvus
ID:
461417

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Melville

Source:
ksu

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 10: 202 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000460749



Common Names

  • Decurved Buttercup
  • Decurved Meadow Buttercup
  • Decurved Meadowcrowfoot


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Synonyms

  • Ranunculus scapigerus concinnus Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Ranunculus concinnus (Hook.f.) Melville [unknown]

Description

Ranunculus decurvus (also called 'Curved Buttercup', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus decurvus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for some animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus decurvus has 5 yellow petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus decurvus is a perennial herb that grows in moist soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several parts and each part can be planted in a separate pot or in the garden.

Where to Find Ranunculus decurvus

Ranunculus decurvus is native to the western United States and Canada, where it is found in moist meadows, wet woods, and along streams.

Ranunculus decurvus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus decurvus?

Ranunculus decurvus

What type of plant is Ranunculus decurvus?

Ranunculus decurvus is a perennial flowering plant.

Where does Ranunculus decurvus grow?

Ranunculus decurvus is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky areas.

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Ronald Melville (1903-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melville' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:712576-1: Based on the initial data import