Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
microflorus
ID:
1328174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pakravan

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
ScienceAsia 38: 419 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340628



Common Names

  • Ranunculus microflorus
  • Small-flowered Buttercup
  • Microflorus


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Description

Ranunculus microflorus (also called 'Small-flowered Buttercup', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Turkey. It has a thick, succulent stem and small, ovate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests and is often found in shady, moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ranunculus microflorus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ranunculus microflorus is a small, white, five-petalled flower with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a light green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ranunculus microflorus can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be planted in a sheltered spot and protected from strong winds. The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Ranunculus microflorus

Ranunculus microflorus is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.

Ranunculus microflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ranunculus microflorus?

Ranunculus microflorus

What is the family of Ranunculus microflorus?

Ranunculaceae

What is the native range of Ranunculus microflorus?

China

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

Maneegeh Pakravan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pakravan' in the authors string.