hairy buttercup
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hairy buttercup
Ranunculus sardous
The hairy buttercup is a bright yellow flower that loves to grow in grassy places. Its fuzzy leaves and cheerful blooms make it a lovely sight in spring and summer!
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The hairy buttercup has bright, glossy yellow flowers, typically with five petals, that stand out against its deeply lobed, often bristly leaves. Its robust, somewhat hairy stems give it a rougher texture compared to smoother buttercup species.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRanunculalesFamilyRanunculaceaeGenusRanunculus
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Crushing its leaves can release a skin-irritating, blistering sap!
Each tiny seed can stay hidden in the soil for many years, waiting to grow!
Farmers dislike it because it can make hay inedible for livestock.
Its bright petals are so shiny, they almost look like polished gold!
Special abilities
Ability
Chemical Shield
Hairy buttercup has a toxic sap (protoanemonin) that makes it taste bad, helping it defend against hungry animals.
Ability
Shine Bright Beacon
Its waxy, glossy petals reflect sunlight and UV light, acting like a beacon to attract helpful pollinating insects.
Ability
Speedy Sprouter
As an annual, it can grow and bloom quickly in open or disturbed areas, helping it colonize new spots fast.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-60 cm
- Spread
- 15-30 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to early summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Moderate
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Western honey bee
Apis mellifera
Visits flowers to collect nectar and pollen.
pollinates
Common carder bee
Bombus pascuorum
A common bumblebee gathering resources from its blooms.
eats
Buttercup leafminer
Liriomyza ranunculi
Larvae mine tunnels within its leaves.
eaten by
Horse
Equus caballus
Ingestion of fresh plants can sicken grazing horses.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Do not eat any flowers without asking an adult, as some can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is hairy buttercup?
10-60 cm
How wide does hairy buttercup spread?
15-30 cm
How big are the flowers on hairy buttercup?
1-2.5 cm
When does hairy buttercup bloom?
Spring to early summer
Is hairy buttercup edible?
No
Is hairy buttercup toxic?
Moderate
What is hairy buttercup's lifecycle?
Annual
How is hairy buttercup pollinated?
Insect
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