Also known as Arctic Buttercup · Boreal Buttercup · Far-Northern Buttercup
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
High Northern Buttercup (Ranunculus hyperboreus) is a small, circumboreal buttercup with yellow flowers, thriving in wet, cold habitats like bogs and tundra.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Thrives in moist, boggy areas, often found in shaded or partially shaded environments.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Prefers damp soil; avoid drying out but ensure good drainage.
Clay, Loam, Sandy, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cooler temperatures and can tolerate some frost. Avoid extreme heat.
Aquatic
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal feeding; a light balanced fertilizer in spring is usually sufficient.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during warmer months and when in bloom. Ranunculus hyperboreus thrives in damp conditions.
Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, but also ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Deadheading spent flowers regularly will encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Remove any yellowing or dead foliage as it appears to improve air circulation and prevent disease.
No significant structural pruning is typically needed for this species.
Ranunculus hyperboreus can be propagated by dividing established tubers in early spring before new growth begins. Seeds can also be sown in autumn or early spring, but germination can be erratic.
Ensure the division or seed sowing is done in moist, well-drained soil.
Repotting is generally only necessary if the plant outgrows its container or if the soil has become depleted. This is best done in early spring when the plant is still dormant or just starting to show new growth.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of High Northern Buttercup (Ranunculus hyperboreus)
Where High Northern Buttercup (Ranunculus hyperboreus) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Ranunculus |
| Species | Ranunculus hyperboreus |
Similar in genus Ranunculus
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