Ranunculus arvensis (Corn buttercup) — Backlit, Munich, Germany, 2024

HA-0176 · Backlit, Munich, Germany, 05/2024, Julian Auch

Ranunculus arvensis (Corn buttercup) — detail, Backlit, Munich, Germany, 2024

Backlit, Detail, Munich, Germany, 05/2024, Julian Auch

HA-0177 · Backlit, Munich, Germany, 05/2024, Julian Auch

HA-0178 · Backlit, Munich, Germany, 05/2024, Julian Auch

Corn buttercupRanunculus arvensis

Ranunculus arvensis, commonly known as corn buttercup or field buttercup, is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is characterized by its small, bright yellow flowers with five glossy petals that bloom in late spring to early summer. Corn buttercup thrives in open fields, grasslands, and disturbed soils, often found in agricultural areas and along roadsides. This plant is valued for its hardy nature and its ability to thrive in various soil conditions. Despite its somewhat weedy appearance, Ranunculus arvensis plays a role in supporting pollinators such as bees and other insects, contributing to the ecological diversity of the habitats it occupies.

Scientific Name

Ranunculus arvensis

Family

Ranunculaceae

Order

Ranunculales

Lifespan

Perennial

Blossom Color

Yellow

Blossom Symmetry

Radial