Ranunculus reptans
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Ranunculus reptans

Creeping spearwort · Greater creeping spearwort

Tier 1 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: partial_sun
Temperature
5–32 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 4–8
Click count
3
Observations
6

Description

Source: leafsnap

Ranunculus reptans is a species of flowering plant belonging to the family Ranunculaceae.Its native range is Subarctic and Temperate Northern Hemisphere.

Care Guide

💧 Water

Creeping spearwort flourishes in moist environments, needing consistent moisture without becoming waterlogged. To keep this balance, water the plant weekly. When grown outdoors near streams, its strong root system efficiently absorbs water, making it well-suited for riparian landscapes.

☀️ Light Partial sun

Creeping spearwort is native to habitats like forest understories and rocky areas, where it grows in natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can tolerate full sun or full shade, showing its versatile and hardy nature.

Ideal: Partial sun
FAQ
What are the sunlight requirements for Creeping spearwort (Ranunculus reptans)?

Creeping spearwort (Ranunculus reptans) requires a location that provides full sun, which means the plant should receive above 6 hours of sunlight daily. It's important to observe how sunlight moves through your garden throughout the day to find spots that offer the right balance of light and shade. This ensures the plants thrive by getting an adequate amount of sunlight without being exposed to too much or too little.

🌡️ Temperature 5–32.2°C
Ideal temperature: 5–32.2°C
FAQ
What is Creeping spearwort?

Creeping spearwort is known botanically as Ranunculus reptans. However, the provided information does not include details on its essentials or symptoms associated with it.

💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Generally, one application of fertilizer in spring is enough for Creeping spearwort, although feeding several times can maximize growth. Apply fertilizer every month to a month and a half. Fertilization improves the leaves' appearance and function, supporting even color and a healthy texture. It also encourages root development and nutrient uptake for the plant's long-term health.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Creeping spearwort is a perennial plant that forms mats with its creeping stems and features yellow flowers. To encourage growth, remove damaged parts, and manage its spread, it's best to prune this plant from early to late spring. Be sure to use clean, sharp tools and avoid excessive cutting to preserve its natural growth habit.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Ranunculus
Family
Ranunculaceae
Hardiness Zone
4-8
Mature Height
2 cm to 6 cm
Mature Spread
10 cm to 49 cm
Leaf Color
Light Green, Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Size
0.51 cm to 1.27 cm
Bloom Time
Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Native Area
Sweden, Austria, Slovakia, Montenegro, Poland, Belarus, China, Uzbekistan, Russia, Lithuania, Norway, Germany, Italy, Kazakhstan, Switzerland, Denmark, Iceland, Estonia, Japan, Mongolia, Finland, United Kingdom, Latvia, France

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Common Names (2)

en Creeping spearwort
en Greater creeping spearwort