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Wooly Buttercup (Ranunculus lanuginosus)

Wooly Buttercup (Ranunculus lanuginosus) is a perennial herb with hairy stems and leaves, featuring bright yellow, buttercup-like flowers.

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Sunlight

Moderate

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light

Moderate

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protection from intense afternoon sun is beneficial in hotter climates.

Watering

Moderate

Keep soil consistently moist during growth, allow slight drying between waterings.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures. Can tolerate some heat if provided with adequate moisture and shade.

Fertilizer

Low

Feed sparingly with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted in spring/early summer. Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.2 - 0.5 m

Spread

0.3 - 0.4 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

2 - 3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Ranunculastrum lanuginosum (L.) Fourr.
Ranunculus umbrosus Ten. & Guss.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRanunculales
  • familyRanunculaceae
  • genusRanunculus
  • speciesRanunculus lanuginosus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Edible

No

Parts of the plant may cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested. Contact with sap may cause skin irritation.

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