Ranunculus acris

Meadow Buttercup

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A vibrant perennial herb with glossy yellow flowers and deeply lobed green leaves, native to meadows across Europe and Asia. Features a creeping root system and is toxic if ingested.
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Plant Details

Common Name Meadow Buttercup
Family Ranunculaceae
Genus Ranunculus
Species Acris
Origin Europe / Asia
Blooming Late spring to early summer, May-July
Leaf Color Bright green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, moist but well-drained loamy soil with high organic matter content

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth and flowering periods; reduce watering in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun to partial shade; tolerates cooler climates better than extreme heat

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season (March-August)

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming; cut back foliage after flowering dies down

Pest Control Aphid Leafhopper Slug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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