Ranunculus / ræˈnʌŋkjʊləs / [3] is a large genus of about 1750 species [1][2] of flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae. Members of the genus are known as buttercups, spearworts and water …

Buttercup, genus of about 300 species of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae. Buttercups are distributed nearly worldwide and are especially common in woods and fields of the …

Feb 17, 2026 · The weeds we find in the lawn are called buttercups, but there are many types of buttercups in the Ranunculus genus. Here's how to identify buttercups and how to control them.

Jan 17, 2025 · Buttercup, (genus Ranunculus), genus of about 300 species of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae. Buttercups are distributed throughout the world and are …

Blooming like bright bursts of sunshine, ranunculus is the perfect flower to bring cheer and happiness to any garden.

Dec 27, 2023 · The common name buttercup usually refers collectively to the entire Ranunculus genus in the Ranunculaceae family (otherwise known as the buttercup or crowfoot family). However, this …

Oct 23, 2024 · The buttercup flower, known for its delicate, rose-like petals and vibrant colors, is a favorite among gardeners and florists alike. With shades ranging from yellow, pink, orange, red, …

Buttercup species are great pollinator plants because they bloom very early, when few other plants are flowering. Consider using them for beds, borders, riparian gardens, rock gardens and fresh cut …

Western buttercup has approximately 200,000 seeds per pound, so applying seed at a rate of one pound per acre will result in about 5 seeds per square foot. Germination begins 5 to 6 weeks after fall …

Buttercup is the common name for any of the members in the large plant genus Ranunculus in the flowering plant family Ranunculaceae, typically characterized by glossy yellow or white flowers with a …