All Ranunculus (buttercup) species are poisonous when eaten fresh, but their acrid taste and the blistering of the mouth caused by their poison means they are usually left uneaten.

Buttercup, genus of about 300 species of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae. Buttercups are distributed nearly worldwide and are especially common in woods and fields of the …

plural buttercups : any of a large genus (Ranunculus of the family Ranunculaceae, the buttercup family) of chiefly perennial herbaceous plants having colorful cup-shaped flowers with 5 or sometimes many …

4 days ago · Buttercup flowers are bright, cheerful plants best known for their glossy yellow blooms and wide presence in meadows, woodlands, wetlands, and even alpine regions. Belonging mainly to the …

Aug 20, 2025 · The native Carolina buttercup (R. carolinianus) has small, five-petaled, sometimes shiny yellow flowers and grows in damp woods and thickets. The lobed, trifoliate leaves can look …

Oct 23, 2024 · The buttercup flower is a delightful addition to any garden, bringing beauty, color, and charm. With the right care, including proper sunlight, well-draining soil, and regular watering, you can …

Dec 27, 2023 · Ranunculus or buttercup flowers are cool-season perennial tubers characterized by their layers of paper-thin petals. Because of their dainty appeal, these blooms have always been a favorite …

Jan 17, 2025 · Buttercup, (genus Ranunculus), genus of about 300 species of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae. Buttercups are distributed throughout the world and are …

The buttercup is a flower, a ubiquitous sight across meadows and fields in temperate regions worldwide. Known for its bright, yellow blossoms, ‘buttercup’ is a common name applied to a large group of …

Buttercup is the common name for any of the members in the large plant genus Ranunculus in the flowering plant family Ranunculaceae, typically characterized by glossy yellow or white flowers with a …