Status:
valid
Authors:
(Julin) Ericsson
Source:
ksu
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 29: 143 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000460895
Common Names
- Kvedbyensis Meadow-Rue
- Kvedbyensis Meadow-Buttercup
- Kvedbyensis Buttercup
Description
Ranunculus kvedbyensis (also called Kvedby's Buttercup, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a slender, erect stem and grows to a height of about 30 cm. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate, about 2-3 cm long and 1-2 cm wide, with serrated margins. It grows in moist meadows, pastures, and other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ranunculus kvedbyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ranunculus kvedbyensis are yellow-green in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ranunculus kvedbyensis 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 kvedbyensis
Ranunculus kvedbyensis can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Ranunculus kvedbyensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ranunculus kvedbyensis?
Ranunculus kvedbyensis
What is the common name of Ranunculus kvedbyensis?
Kvedby's Buttercup
What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus kvedbyensis?
Grassy meadows 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.