Status:
valid
Authors:
(Julin) Ericsson
Source:
ksu
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 29: 151 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461405
Common Names
- Style-Leaved Buttercup
- Style-Leaved Crowfoot
- Style-Leaved Ranunculus
Description
Ranunculus rectistylus (also called Straight-Styled Buttercup, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and straight-styled leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Ranunculus rectistylus is a perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and is also drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ranunculus rectistylus is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ranunculus rectistylus is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA zones 4-8. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring and division should be done in the fall or early spring.
Where to Find Ranunculus rectistylus
Ranunculus rectistylus is found in the Mediterranean region.
Ranunculus rectistylus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ranunculus rectistylus?
Ranunculus rectistylus
What type of plant is Ranunculus rectistylus?
Herb
What is the growth habit of Ranunculus rectistylus?
It is a low-growing, spreading perennial herb
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
Erik Julin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Julin' in the authors string.