Anemonoides ranunculoides

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Anemone ranunculoides flower - Keila

Anemonoides ranunculoides, commonly known as the yellow anemone or yellow wood anemone, is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It is native to Europe and Western Asia, where it typically grows in deciduous forests and other shaded areas.

Description

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Anemonoides ranunculoides is a perennial herbaceous plant that reaches a height of 10-30 cm. The plant has a creeping rhizome from which it produces upright stems. The leaves are trifoliate, with each leaflet being deeply lobed and toothed. The flowers are bright yellow, with five to eight petal-like tepals and numerous stamens. The flowering period is from March to May.

Habitat and Distribution

This species is found in a variety of habitats, including deciduous forests, woodlands, and hedgerows. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in shaded or semi-shaded locations. Anemonoides ranunculoides is distributed across much of Europe, from the British Isles to Russia, and extends into parts of Western Asia.

Ecology

Anemonoides ranunculoides plays a role in the ecosystem as an early spring bloomer, providing nectar and pollen for various insects, including bees and butterflies. The plant is also a food source for some herbivorous animals.

Cultivation

Anemonoides ranunculoides is sometimes cultivated in gardens for its attractive yellow flowers and early spring bloom. It is best grown in a shaded or semi-shaded location with moist, well-drained soil. The plant can be propagated by division of the rhizomes in autumn or early spring.

Related Species

Anemonoides ranunculoides is closely related to Anemonoides nemorosa, the wood anemone, which has white flowers. Both species share similar habitats and ecological roles.

See Also

• Ranunculaceae
• Anemonoides nemorosa
• Deciduous forest
• Perennial plant