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Purple Leaved Lesser Celandine

Scientific Name: Ranunculus ficaria L.
Synonym: Ficaria ranunculoides, Ficaria verna, Scrophularia minor
Family: Ranunculaceae

Ranunculus ficaria 'Brazen Hussy' at the NYBG in mid April

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: All zones
USDA: 5-9

Sun Exposure: Shade

Origin: Woodlands of Europe and northern Africa

Growth Habits: Bulbs

Watering Needs: Like a moist soil

Propagation: Bulbs, seeds

Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 2: 117

Can be invasive. The flowers, 2 inches in diameter (5 cm), come out in spring and the plant is dormant in summer.

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