Full Shade
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
6a
USDA zone
-23°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
10cm | Max | 50cm |
1cm | Min | 10cm |
2 years to reach maturity
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Lesser Celandine Overview
Ranunculus ficaria is also known by the name Ficaria verna and more commonly called Lesser Celandine. It produces short-lasting, shiny, rounded to heart-shaped leaves and bright yellow, star-shaped flowers. These appear in spring, they measure between 2-3cm across and are a fabulous energy source for visiting wildlife! Commonly spotted in woodlands, this low-growing herbaceous perennial is part of the Ranunculaceae family.
Common problems with Lesser Celandine
How to propagate Lesser Celandine
Seed
Tubers
Bulbs
Division
Division of the root in the spring or autumn.
Special features of Lesser Celandine
Attractive flowers
Attracts useful insects
Other uses of Lesser Celandine
Wildflower/meadow, woodland, ground cover
Common Weeds
A weed is a plant in the wrong place, these are the most likely to appear where they are not wanted.
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