Overview
Ranunculus trichophyllus is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Ranunculus, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ranunculus trichophyllus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens and mediterranean climate plants.
About
Ranunculus trichophyllus, the threadleaf crowfoot, or thread-leaved water-crowfoot, is a plant species in the genus Ranunculus, native to Europe, Asia and North America. It is a herbaceous annual or perennial plant generally found in slow flowing streams, ponds, or lakes. The daisy-like flowers are white with a yellow centre, with five petals. It is similar in form to Ranunculus fluitans (river water-crowfoot), apart from flower petal number, thread-leaved has on 5 petals and shorter leaves, as thread-leaved prefers slower flowing waters. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens and mediterranean climate plants. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant after last frost in fertile soil.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ranunculus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Ranunculus trichophyllus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Mediterranean climate plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ranunculus trichophyllus
- Propagation
- Propagate by sowing seed in a cold frame but generally better result achieved with tubers
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildew and grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ranunculus trichophyllus?
Ranunculus trichophyllus prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ranunculus trichophyllus need?
Ranunculus trichophyllus grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Ranunculus trichophyllus hardy in the UK?
Ranunculus trichophyllus has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Ranunculus trichophyllus?
Propagate by sowing seed in a cold frame but generally better result achieved with tubers.
More in the Ranunculus genus
- Ranunculus auricomusgoldilocks
- Ranunculus circinatusfan-leaved water crowfoot
- Ranunculus cortusifolius
- Ranunculus glacialisglacier crowfoot
- Ranunculus insignis
- Ranunculus lyalliiMount Cook buttercup
- Ranunculus montanus
- Ranunculus semi-verticillatus