Ranunculus

About the Ranunculus

Also called Persian buttercup. Their rose-like flowers have hundreds of paper-thin petals in vibrant colors. They are among the most popular cut flowers for weddings. Over 600 species. The tuberous roots look like small octopus claws. They are toxic if eaten - the name comes from Latin rana (frog) because they grow in marshy areas. They need cool temperatures to bloom well. Each tuber produces multiple stems. They last 7-10 days as cut flowers. They are related to buttercups. They are increasingly popular in gardens.