Ranunculus platensis
Prairie Buttercup
Also known as: Casalea sessiliflora A.St.-Hil. +5 more
- Casalea sessiliflora A.St.-Hil.
- Ranunculus chryptopetalus Larrañaga
- Ranunculus chrysopetalus Larrañaga
- Ranunculus hilarii F.Dietr.
- Ranunculus hilarii Hieron.
- Ranunculus sessiliflorus (A.St.-Hil.) Eichler
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Ranunculaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Indigenous to South America, Ranunculus platensis (commonly known as Prairie buttercup) is an annual belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Uruguay
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Texas