Ranunculus asiaticus

Persian Buttercup

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Common Name:

Persian Buttercup

Plant Type:

Perennial

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

1

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

60 cm

Persian Buttercup (Ranunculus asiaticus) - Description

Ranunculus asiaticus (Persian Buttercup) is a species of buttercup (Ranunculus) native to the eastern Mediterranean region in southwestern Asia, southeastern Europe (Crete, Karpathos and Rhodes), and northeastern Africa. It is a herbaceous perennial plant growing to 45 cm tall, with simple or branched stems. The basal leaves are three-lobed, with leaves higher on the stems more deeply divided; like the stems, they are downy or hairy. The flowers are 3–5 cm diameter, variably red to pink, yellow, or white, with one to several flowers on each stem. It is a protected plant in some jurisdictions, including Israel.

Persian Buttercup (Ranunculus asiaticus) - 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.

Persian Buttercup (Ranunculus asiaticus) - Pest

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

Persian Buttercup (Ranunculus asiaticus) - 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.