Hispid buttercup (Ranunculus hispidus)
Care, watering, light and tips for Hispid buttercup on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Hispid buttercup
Ranunculus hispidus, commonly known as the Rough Buttercup, is a perennial herb native to North America, belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. It is characterized by its hairy stems and bright five-petaled yellow flowers that emerge in spring. This plant is ideal for naturalistic gardens, woodland edges, or moist meadows, adding a wild and luminous touch.
Native range
North America (United States and Canada)
Care tips
It prefers locations with partial sun to light shade, especially in warmer climates, to protect its delicate flowers from intense sun. It requires consistently moist but well-drained soils, rich in organic matter; watering should be regular, avoiding the substrate drying out completely. A common mistake is planting it in dry soils or those with low organic matter, which will limit its flowering and growth. It is cold-hardy and does not require winter protection in most areas.
How to save a dying Hispid buttercup
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown, wilted, lifeless leaves. Lack of flowering or dropped flowers.
- First aid
- Repot into a well-draining pot, use organic-rich substrate, and water moderately.
- What kills it
- Overwatering leading to root rot or exposure to direct, intense sun.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not completely rotted and growing conditions are corrected.