Western Mousetail

Ranunculus egglestonii

Native to:
United States

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Ranunculaceae
Genus:
Ranunculus
Species:
Ranunculus egglestonii
USDA Symbol:
MYNI

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
30 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Keystone Species Ranking

Pollen Specialist Bee Keystone:
★☆☆☆☆ Native pollen specialist bee species supported by this genus (NWF)

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

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI