Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
ranunculifolia
ID:
1136052

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. [Engler & Prantl] 3, Abt. 2 a: 52. 1890

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001135390



Common Names

  • Suksdorfia ranunculifolia
  • Ranunculifolia Suksdorfia
  • Buttercup-Leaved Suksdorfia


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Description

Suksdorfia ranunculifolia (also called 'Buttercup-leaved suksdorfia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to western North America. It has leathery leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Suksdorfia ranunculifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and its flowers can be dried for use in flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Suksdorfia ranunculifolia has small, white flowers that are clustered in a tight head. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Suksdorfia ranunculifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered position outdoors. Division is best done in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established.

Where to Find Suksdorfia ranunculifolia

Suksdorfia ranunculifolia can be found in moist woods, thickets and along streams in the western United States and Canada.

Species in the Saxifragaceae family

Astilbe amabilis, Astilbe apoensis, Astilbe biternata, Astilbe crenatiloba, Astilbe formosa, Astilbe glaberrima, Astilbe grandis, Astilbe hachijoensis, Astilbe japonica, Astilbe khasiana, Astilbe longicarpa, Astilbe longipilosa, Astilbe macrocarpa, Astilbe macroflora, Astilbe microphylla, Astilbe okuyamae, Astilbe papuana, Astilbe philippinensis, Astilbe photeinophylla, Astilbe platyphylla, Astilbe rivularis, Astilbe rubra, Astilbe shikokiana, Astilbe simplicifolia, Astilbe thunbergii, Astilbe tsushimensis, Astilbe longipedicellata, Astilboides tabularis, Bensoniella oregona, Bergenia ciliata, Bergenia crassifolia, Bergenia emeiensis, Bergenia hissarica, Bergenia pacumbis, Bergenia purpurascens, Bergenia scopulosa, Bergenia stracheyi, Bergenia tianquanensis, Bergenia ugamica, Bolandra californica, Bolandra oregana, Boykinia aconitifolia, Boykinia intermedia, Boykinia lycoctonifolia, Boykinia major, Boykinia occidentalis, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia rotundifolia, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia cincinnata,

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