Ranunculus elegans

Ranunculus elegans

Native to:
Iran | North Caucasus | Transcaucasus | Türkiye

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Ranunculaceae
Genus:
Ranunculus
Species:
Ranunculus elegans

Growth Characteristics

Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Keystone Species Ranking

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

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2–3 months; germination occurs in spring.

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