Ranunculus flammula subsp. minimus
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A compact, marginal aquatic perennial up to 30cm in height, with upright, green spear-shaped leaves tinged with purple when young, and bearing bright yellow, cup-shaped flowers, 1.5cm across in summer through to autumn.
Scientific classification
- Species
- Ranunculus flammula subsp. minimus (Ranunculus flammula subsp. minimus)
- Genus
- Ranunculus
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
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- Toxicity
- Aquatic · Bogs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Ranunculus flammula subsp. minimus pictures
Distribution of Ranunculus flammula subsp. minimus
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Quick identification of Ranunculus flammula subsp. minimus
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Ranunculus flammula subsp. minimus care guide
- Aquatic marginal plant, root zone submerged in shallow fresh water layer
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Aquatic marginal plant, root zone submerged in shallow fresh water layer
Fertilizing
FertilizingAquatic plant slow-release tab feed inserted every five warm weeks
Pruning
PruningCut back after flowering
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown as soon as ripe, or by division in spring or late summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in still or slow moving water with 0-5cm water over the crown
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, a rust and grey moulds
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails damage
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