Ranunculus millefolius - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
millefolius
ID:
463726
Status:
valid
Authors:
[Soland.]
Source:
cmp
Year:
1794
Citation Micro:
Nat. Hist. Aleppo , ed. 2, 2: 254 (1794)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000463058
Common Names
- Millefoil Buttercup
- Ranunculus Millefolius
- Thousand-Leaved Buttercup
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- Xiphocoma heterophylla Steven [unknown]
- Ranunculus myriophyllus DC. [unknown]
- Ranunculus malabailae Boiss. [unknown]
Description
Ranunculus millefolius (also called Thousand-leaved Spearwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and divided leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in moist meadows and along the edges of streams and ponds.
Uses & Benefits
Ranunculus millefolius is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a ground cover in gardens. It has attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers that bloom in spring and summer. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and roots being used to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ranunculus millefolius sub. hierosolymitanus (Boiss.) P.H.DavisFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ranunculus millefolius is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few leaves.
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Ranunculus millefolius is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing and can be rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Ranunculus millefolius
Ranunculus millefolius is native to Europe and can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and woodland edges.
Ranunculus millefolius FAQ
What are the common names for Ranunculus millefolius?
Meadow buttercup
What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus millefolius?
Grasslands, meadows, and open woods
What is the flowering period of Ranunculus millefolius?
April to June
Species in the Ranunculus genus
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