Status:
valid
Authors:
Grau
Source:
ksu
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 20: 15 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462827
Common Names
- Montserrat's Buttercup
- Montserratii Buttercup
- Montserrat's Crowfoot
Description
Ranunculus montserratii (also called Montserrat Buttercup, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It is an annual herb growing up to 30 cm tall, with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, and it is found in a variety of habitats, including grassland, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ranunculus montserratii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat skin ailments, as a diuretic, and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ranunculus montserratii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a center of yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ranunculus montserratii is a perennial herb native to Europe. It is best propagated from seed and prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.
Where to Find Ranunculus montserratii
Ranunculus montserratii is native to Europe and can be found in moist, shady areas such as meadows and woodlands.
Ranunculus montserratii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ranunculus montserratii?
Ranunculus montserratii
What type of plant is Ranunculus montserratii?
Ranunculus montserratii is a flowering plant
What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus montserratii?
Ranunculus montserratii is native to Europe
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,