Status:
valid
Authors:
(Markl.) Ericsson
Source:
ksu
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 29: 147 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462944
Common Names
- Buttercup
- Crowfoot
- Blister Flower
Description
Ranunculus oligandrus (also called 'Oligandrus 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 oligandrus 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 oligandrus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ranunculus oligandrus can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps every 2-3 years to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Ranunculus oligandrus
Ranunculus oligandrus can be found in Europe and parts of Asia.
Ranunculus oligandrus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ranunculus oligandrus?
Ranunculus oligandrus
What type of plant is Ranunculus oligandrus?
Herbaceous perennial
What is the natural habitat of Ranunculus oligandrus?
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
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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,