Hairy buttercup (Ranunculus lanuginosus)
Care, watering, light and tips for Hairy buttercup on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 4 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Hairy buttercup
Ranunculus lanuginosus, commonly known as woolly buttercup, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. It is characterized by its bright yellow, five-petaled flowers and deeply lobed leaves, often covered with fine downy hairs. It is ideal for adding a wild and colorful touch to garden borders, naturalized meadows, or moist and shady areas.
Native range
Europe and Western Asia
Care tips
It prefers locations with partial shade or filtered light and moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Keep the substrate consistently moist, especially during flowering, but avoid prolonged waterlogging. A common mistake is planting it in dry soils or full sun, which can stress the plant and reduce its bloom. It doesn't require much fertilization, but a compost application in spring can be beneficial.
How to save a dying Hairy buttercup
- Warning signs
- Yellow or brown, wilted leaves, soft stems. May indicate overwatering or heat stress.
- First aid
- Check drainage. If waterlogged, repot with fresh, dry soil. Protect from direct sun.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and poor drainage, rotting its roots. Also intense heat and direct sunlight.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not completely rotted. Act quickly with repotting and drainage.