Ranunculus aconitifolius

Aconite-Leaf Buttercup

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Common Name: 

Aconite-Leaf Buttercup

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Aconite-Leaf Buttercup (Ranunculus aconitifolius) - Description

Ranunculus aconitifolius (aconite-leaf buttercup, bachelor's buttons) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae, native to central Europe. Growing to 60 cm (24 in) high by 40 cm (16 in) broad,it is an herbaceous perennial with palmate leaves up to 20 cm (8 in) long, and panicles of white, saucer-shaped flowers in spring. The leaves and stems are slightly hairy.

Aconite-Leaf Buttercup (Ranunculus aconitifolius) - Planting

Sow seeds in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe. More often than not you can purchase tuberous roots which are easily propagated in spring or fall. Divide in spring or fall.

Aconite-Leaf Buttercup (Ranunculus aconitifolius) - Pest

Prone to downy mildew, powdery mildew, spider mites and aphids.

Aconite-Leaf Buttercup (Ranunculus aconitifolius) - Interesting facts

All species of Ranunculus are poisonous to livestock. Fortunately, the horrible taste and mouth blistering poisons teach livestock to leave these plants alone. Contact with the sap may cause skin irritations.

Aconite-Leaf Buttercup (Ranunculus aconitifolius) - Soil and irrigation

Provide soils rich in organic matter.

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