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Meadow Buttercup

     
 
Meadow Buttercup - Ranunculus acris Ranunculus acris

 

Colour: Glossy yellow
Flowering: May - September
Height: Up to 40" (up to 100 cms)
Blooms: Five petals forming a cup around the stamens
Meadow Buttercup    


 

The buttercup is a common weed in Britain which flourishes in well-drained soil. It is normally avoided by cattle when grazing because it can cause problems with the digestive system. However, it is harmless when eaten dried.

 

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