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Greater Creeping Spearwort (Ranunculus flammula)

Greater Creeping Spearwort (Ranunculus flammula) is a low-growing perennial herb found in wet habitats, featuring small, bright yellow flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist to wet. Tolerates shallow standing water.

Soil

Prefers moist to wet, humus-rich soils. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures, thriving in a range of 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly if needed in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Can tolerate some shade, but flowers best in sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist to wet. Tolerates shallow standing water.

Soil

Prefers moist to wet, humus-rich soils. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures, thriving in a range of 15-25°C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but may go dormant.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly if needed in spring.

Over-fertilization can be detrimental.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Creeper

Plant Category

Flowering

Plant Place Type

Ground, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Aquatic

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.5 m

Spread

0.3-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRanunculales
  • familyRanunculaceae
  • genusRanunculus
  • speciesRanunculus flammula
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

No

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