Ranunculus alismifolius var. davisii
Ranunculus alismifolius var. davisii var. davisii
Ranunculus alismifolius var. davisii is a rare, regionally restricted native buttercup found in moist subalpine meadows of the Intermountain West. It demands cool temperatures, consistently wet soils, and is extremely difficult to source or cultivate outside its native range. Suitable only for specialist native plant gardens or ecological restoration projects in appropriate high-elevation habitats.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
18″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Flowers
yellow
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist; Does Not Tolerate Drought Or Dry Spells
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-10° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.