Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
macilentus
ID:
463623

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Markl. ex Fagerstr.) Ericsson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 29: 144 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462955



Common Names

  • Buttercup
  • Crowfoot
  • Blister Flower


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Synonyms

  • Ranunculus auricomus macilentus Markl. ex Fagerstr. [unknown]

Description

Ranunculus macilentus (also called 'Macilentus Buttercup', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short stem with small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus macilentus is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long blooming period and can attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also a good ground cover plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus macilentus is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus macilentus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Ranunculus macilentus

Ranunculus macilentus can be found in Europe and parts of Asia.

Ranunculus macilentus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus macilentus?

Ranunculus macilentus

What type of plant is Ranunculus macilentus?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus macilentus?

Woodlands and meadows

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

Gunnar Marklund (1892-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markl.' in the authors string.
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:964355-1: Based on the initial data import