Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
kitinensis
ID:
461502

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fagerstr. & G.Kvist) Ericsson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 29: 143 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000460834



Common Names

  • Buttercup
  • Crowfoot
  • Lesser Spearwort


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Description

Ranunculus kitinensis (also called Kitin's Buttercup, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It grows in meadows, pastures, and fields, and is typically found in areas with moist soils. It has bright green, deeply divided leaves that are divided into several lobes, and bright yellow flowers that bloom in the spring.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus kitinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus kitinensis is a yellow-colored, cup-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus kitinensis 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 kitinensis

Ranunculus kitinensis is native to Europe and can be found in moist, grassy habitats.

Ranunculus kitinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus kitinensis?

Ranunculus kitinensis

What is the common name of Ranunculus kitinensis?

Kitinensis Buttercup

What is the habitat of Ranunculus kitinensis?

Woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands

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

Lars Fjalar Fagerström (1914-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fagerstr.' in the authors string.
Stefan Ericsson (1954-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ericsson' in the authors string.
Gustav Kvist (b.1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Kvist' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:964311-1: Based on the initial data import