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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.

Synonyms
Ranunculus flammula minor
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
1 year
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Poorly–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Yellow Green
Autumn Yellow Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Ranunculaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
Yes
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Potentially harmful
Harmful if eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Harmful if eaten, skin irritant - for further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Genus

Ranunculus can be annuals, biennials, evergreen or herbaceous perennials, with rhizomes, tubers or spreading by runners. The leaves are variable but often palmately lobed or dissected and the flowers usually bowl-shaped

Name status

Unresolved

Plant range
British Isles

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in still or slow moving water with 0-5cm water over the crown. See pond plants and bog gardens for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown as soon as ripe, or by division in spring or late summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Wildlife gardens
Pruning

Cut back after flowering

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails damage

Diseases

May be susceptible to powdery mildews, a rust and grey moulds

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