Gmelin's Buttercup (Ranunculus Gmelinii) is a perennial herb in the Ranunculaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 1-6. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Ranunculus gmelinii is a perennial herbaceous plant commonly found in moist or aquatic environments, characterized by its small yellow flowers and prostrate or floating stems.

Gmelin's Buttercup

Gmelin's Buttercup

Ranunculus Gmelinii

Ranunculus gmelinii is a perennial herbaceous plant commonly found in moist or aquatic environments, characterized by its small yellow flowers and prostrate or floating stems.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
1-6

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, aquatic habitat provider, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Gmelin's Buttercup

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Gmelin's Buttercup
Gmelin's Buttercup detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Ranunculaceae
Genus:Ranunculus