Ranunculus aconitifolius is a herbaceous perennial that produces white flowers in spring, flowering from April to June. It reaches about 0.6 metres and performs best in moist, well-drained soil with full sun or partial shade. Native to Europe, it is suited to borders, woodland plantings and naturalising in damp ground. The plant is harmful if eaten and can irritate skin, so wear gloves when handling.

Fair Maids of France (Ranunculus aconitifolius) produces white flowers April to June and suits moist, part-shade borders and woodland gardens.

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Ranunculus is a large genus of about 1750 species of flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae. Members of the genus are known as buttercups, spearworts and water crowfoots.

Ranunculus aconitifolius

Fair maids of France | Ranunculus aconitifolius

Ranunculus aconitifolius 'Flore Pleno' is a herbaceous perennial that reaches about 0.6 metres and carries white spring flowers. It flowers from April to June and suits positions in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and remains fully hardy in the UK (H7). Use it where consistent soil moisture can be maintained, particularly in borders or woodland plantings.

Ranunculus aconitifolius 'Flore Pleno' is a 0.6 metre perennial with white flowers April to June for moist, well‑drained borders and woodland gardens.

Ranunculus aconitifolius 'Flore Pleno'

Bachelor's Button | Ranunculus aconitifolius 'Flore Pleno'

Ranunculus acris, commonly known as meadow buttercup, is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. It grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 metre with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained conditions. It is suitable for exposed or sheltered locations and is notable for its interest during both summer and winter seasons.

Meadow buttercup (Ranunculus acris) is a herbaceous perennial growing up to 1m tall, thriving in full sun or partial shade with summer and winter interest.

Ranunculus acris

Meadow buttercup | Ranunculus acris

Ranunculus acris 'Citrinus' (meadow buttercup 'Citrinus') is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. It grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 metre with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and suits east, south, or west-facing aspects in both exposed and sheltered locations. It prefers moist but well-drained soils of various types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels. It is of interest during spring, summer, and winter seasons.

Meadow buttercup 'Citrinus' is a clump-forming perennial growing 0.5-1m tall, flowering in spring, summer and winter, thriving in full sun or partial shade.

Ranunculus acris 'Citrinus'

Meadow buttercup 'Citrinus' | Ranunculus acris 'Citrinus'

Ranunculus acris 'Flore Pleno' is a perennial herb in the Ranunculaceae that produces upright stems to about 1.0 m. It flowers in April to June. It grows best in full sun and tolerates a wide range of soils from sandy to clay, preferring consistently moist ground. The plant is toxic and should not be grazed.

Buttercup (Ranunculus acris 'Flore Pleno') is a perennial herb that flowers April to June and reaches about 1.0 m, suited to full sun and moist soils.

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Ranunculus acris 'Flore Pleno'

Buttercup | Ranunculus acris 'Flore Pleno'

Ranunculus acris 'Stevenii' is a perennial herb in the Ranunculaceae that typically reaches about 1.0 m and produces clear yellow flowers in spring. It favours open, sunny positions and tolerates a wide range of soil textures. Flowering occurs from April to June. The plant is toxic to humans and livestock if ingested, so position carefully.

Buttercup (Ranunculus acris 'Stevenii') is a perennial herb with yellow flowers from April to June that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils.

Ranunculus acris 'Stevenii'

Buttercup | Ranunculus acris 'Stevenii'

Ranunculus acris multiplex is a perennial in the Ranunculaceae that produces yellow spring flowers. Plants reach about 1.0 m in height and perform best in full sun. It grows in a wide range of soils from sandy to clay provided they remain moist or wet but not stagnant. Wear gloves when handling as the sap can irritate skin and the plant is harmful if eaten.

Meadow buttercup Ranunculus acris multiplex is a perennial with yellow flowers April to June, suited to full sun in moist, sandy to clay soils.

Ranunculus acris multiplex

Meadow buttercup | Ranunculus acris multiplex

Goldilocks buttercup (Ranunculus auricomus agg.), sometimes also called Greenland buttercup, is a diverse group of species from the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae) native to Eurasia. It is an important model group in evolutionary biology, which is of great significance for research into the origins of apomixis, polyploidy, and speciation. Species are perennial and typically found in moist woods, at the margins of woods and waysides, and swamp meadows. 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.

Goldilocks (Ranunculus auricomus) is a member of the diverse Ranunculus genus, which encompasses a variety of growth forms including annuals and perennials. This species features distinctive foliage that can be palmately lobed or finely dissected, and is known for its common names, including goldylocks and peneuraidd.

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Ranunculus auricomus

Goldilocks | Ranunculus auricomus

Ranunculus bulbosus 'F. M. Burton' is a perennial buttercup in the Ranunculaceae that produces glossy yellow flowers from April to June. Plants reach about 0.3 m and are best sited in full sun. It will grow in sandy, loamy or clay soils provided they remain moist but well-drained. All parts are toxic, so avoid planting where children or animals might ingest foliage or flowers.

Bulbous Buttercup (Ranunculus bulbosus 'F. M. Burton') produces glossy yellow flowers from April to June and prefers full sun in moist, well-drained soils.

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Ranunculus bulbosus 'F. M. Burton'

Bulbous Buttercup | Ranunculus bulbosus 'F. M. Burton'

Ranunculus bulbosus 'Pleniflorus' is a perennial herb that flowers in spring, producing a concentrated display from April to June. It reaches about 0.3 m in height and prefers a sunny position. Plant it in soils that range from sandy to loamy or clay, kept moist but well drained. Do not allow grazing animals to eat the foliage fresh, as it is toxic to livestock if ingested.

Bulbous Buttercup 'Pleniflorus' is a European perennial flowering April to June, for full sun in moist but well‑drained sandy to clay soils; 0.3 m tall.

Ranunculus bulbosus 'Pleniflorus'

Bulbous Buttercup 'Pleniflorus' | Ranunculus bulbosus 'Pleniflorus'

Ranunculus circinatus, commonly known as fan-leaved water crowfoot, is a bushy herbaceous perennial within the Ranunculus genus, which includes a variety of annuals, biennials, and perennials with diverse foliage and bowl-shaped flowers. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects with well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suited to city and courtyard gardens, particularly in Mediterranean climates. Propagation is best achieved using tubers, although sowing seed in a cold frame is also possible, with spring being the season of interest.

Ranunculus circinatus, fan-leaved water crowfoot, is a hardy H4 herbaceous perennial ideal for full sun in city gardens, flowering in spring.

Ranunculus circinatus

Fan-leaved water crowfoot | Ranunculus circinatus

Ranunculus cortusifolius, also known as the Azores buttercup or Canary buttercup, is a plant species in the genus Ranunculus, family Ranunculaceae, the buttercup or crowfoot family. It grows on moister sites throughout the Azores, Madeira and Canary Islands but is widely cultivated elsewhere as an ornamental. There are reports of it having become naturalized in parts of California. In the wild it grows across North America, Azores, Canary Is., Madeira, Corvo Island and other regions. Grow it in full sun and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). It works well for 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.

Ranunculus cortusifolius, a member of the Ranunculaceae family, showcases the diverse characteristics typical of its genus, which includes various annuals, biennials, and perennials. This species features palmately lobed foliage and is known for its ability to propagate through rhizomes, tubers, or runners.

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Ranunculus cortusifolius

Ranunculus glacialis, the glacier buttercup or glacier crowfoot, is a plant of the family Ranunculaceae. It is a 5-10(-20) cm high perennial herb. Often with a single relatively large (1.8 - 3.8 cm) flower, with 5 petals first white later pink or reddish. The underside of the 5 sepals are densely brown-hairy. Grow it in full sun and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). It works well for 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.

Ranunculus glacialis, commonly known as glacier crowfoot, belongs to the diverse Ranunculus genus, which encompasses a wide range of annuals, biennials, and perennials. This species is notable for thriving in cold environments and features specific adaptations to its alpine habitat.

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Ranunculus glacialis

Glacier crowfoot | Ranunculus glacialis

Ranunculus () is a large genus of about 1750 species of flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae. Members of the genus are known as buttercups, spearworts and water crowfoots. The genus is distributed worldwide, primarily in temperate and montane regions. The familiar and widespread buttercup of gardens throughout Northern Europe (and introduced elsewhere) is the creeping buttercup Ranunculus repens, which has extremely tough and tenacious roots. 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.

Ranunculus insignis belongs to the diverse Ranunculus genus, which encompasses a range of plant types, including annuals and perennials, known for their varied growth forms, including rhizomes and tubers. This species features distinctly lobed foliage and is part of the Ranunculaceae family, offering a unique character within its botanical lineage.

Ranunculus insignis

Ranunculus lingua is a perennial herb in the Ranunculaceae that thrives in very wet, waterlogged ground. It is suited to pond margins and marshy spots where soils remain saturated. Flowering occurs from April to June. Handle with care: the plant is harmful if eaten and a skin irritant, so wear gloves when working with it.

Greater spearwort (Ranunculus lingua) is a water-tolerant perennial for pond margins and wet ground, flowering April to June.

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Ranunculus lingua

Greater spearwort | Ranunculus lingua

Ranunculus lyallii (Mountain buttercup, Mount Cook buttercup, or, although not a lily, Mount Cook lily), is a species of Ranunculus (buttercup), endemic to New Zealand, where it occurs in the South Island and on Rakiura Stewart Island at altitudes of 700–1,500 m. R. lyallii is the largest species in the genus Ranunculus, growing over a metre in height. The species was discovered by David Lyall, (1817–1895), a noted Scottish botanist and doctor. It is a herbaceous perennial plant growing to 60–100 cm tall (the largest species of buttercup), with a stout rhizome. 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.

Ranunculus lyallii, commonly known as the Mount Cook buttercup, is a member of the diverse Ranunculus genus, which encompasses a variety of annuals, biennials, and perennials, many of which reproduce through tubers or rhizomes. This species is also referred to as the Mount Cook lily and the New Zealand water lily, showcasing its unique identity within the family Ranunculaceae.

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Ranunculus lyallii

Mount Cook buttercup | Ranunculus lyallii

Ranunculus montanus, called the mountain buttercup along with other members of its genus, is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae, native to the mountains of central and south-central Europe, with perhaps some populations in the Republic of Karelia in Russia. Its cultivar 'Molten Gold' has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. Grow it in full sun and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). It works well for 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.

Ranunculus montanus, a member of the Ranunculaceae family, showcases the diversity of the Ranunculus genus, which encompasses a variety of growth forms including annuals and perennials. This species is characterized by its distinctively lobed foliage and the typical bowl-shaped flowers that are hallmarks of the genus.

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Ranunculus montanus

Ranunculus platanifolius ('Grandiflorus') is a perennial in the buttercup family that bears conspicuous white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered position and will tolerate full sun to partial shade. The plant is native to Belgium, the Walloon Region and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Flowering occurs from April to June.

Large white buttercup (Ranunculus platanifolius ('Grandiflorus')) blooms April to June and prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

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Ranunculus platanifolius ('Grandiflorus')

Large white buttercup | Ranunculus platanifolius ('Grandiflorus')

Ranunculus repens 'Flore Pleno' is a perennial buttercup that reaches about 0.3 m and flowers from April to June. It belongs to the Ranunculaceae and is native to Europe, Asia and northwestern Africa. The cultivar performs best in full sun on moist but well-drained sandy, loamy or clay soils and is fully hardy (H7). All parts are toxic to humans and animals if ingested, so avoid accidental feeding to children or pets.

Ranunculus repens 'Flore Pleno' is a fully hardy buttercup that flowers April to June and prefers full sun with moist, well-drained soils.

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Ranunculus repens 'Flore Pleno'

Buttercup | Ranunculus repens 'Flore Pleno'

Ranunculus semi-verticillatus is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Ranunculus genus, known for its clump-forming habit and deciduous foliage. This plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for east, south, or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers moist but well-drained soils of various types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is best planted after the last frost in fertile soil and can be propagated by division. Its season of interest is winter, making it a fitting choice for cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, wildlife gardens, and flower borders.

Ranunculus semi-verticillatus is a hardy herbaceous perennial with deciduous foliage, ideal for winter interest in cottage gardens and wildflower meadows.

Ranunculus semi-verticillatus

Ranunculus speciosus plenus of gardens is a member of the genus Ranunculus in the family Ranunculaceae and is sold under the common name Buttercup. It produces its main display in the UK from April to June. The name indicates a garden form associated with ornamental planting rather than a wild-recorded taxon. Expect it to be used for spring colour in cultivated beds and containers.

Buttercup (Ranunculus speciosus plenus of gardens) flowers in the UK from April to June and is used for spring displays.

Ranunculus speciosus plenus of gardens

Buttercup | Ranunculus speciosus plenus of gardens

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.

Ranunculus trichophyllus, commonly known as thread-leaved water crowfoot, is a member of the diverse Ranunculus genus, which encompasses a variety of annuals, perennials, and evergreen plants. This species features distinctive thread-like leaves and is part of the Ranunculaceae family, known for its rich diversity in foliage shapes and forms.