Western Mousetail
Ranunculus egglestonii
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Ranunculaceae
- Genus:
- Ranunculus
- Species:
- Ranunculus egglestonii
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Geophyte
- Height:
- Less than 6 in
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may
- Bloom Colors:
- White, Green
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- moist, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- Prefers cool, shaded environments