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Pale Leaves in Ranunculus Flammula
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Ranunculus Flammula, also known as Spearwort, is a semi-aquatic plant that thrives in shallow water and marshy edges with glossy, lanceolate leaves and bright yellow flowers
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Ranunculus Flammula care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to pale leaves in Ranunculus Flammula. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Full sun to partial shade; 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. More sun increases flowering.
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Fertiliser
Light monthly fertilization during growing season (spring-summer) with balanced aquatic plant fertilizer.
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Water
Prefers consistently moist to wet conditions; shallow water depth of 0-6 inches (0-15 cm). Tolerates both submerged and emergent growth.
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Symptoms to look for in Ranunculus Flammula
- fiber_manual_recordWashed-out, pale colour
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing between veins
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Common causes in Ranunculus Flammula
- fiber_manual_recordIron deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordMagnesium deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordToo much direct sun
- fiber_manual_recordAlkaline soil
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How to diagnose pale leaves in Ranunculus Flammula
Interveinal yellowing on new growth = iron deficiency. On old growth = magnesium deficiency.
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How to treat pale leaves in Ranunculus Flammula
Apply chelated iron or Epsom salt as appropriate. Adjust soil pH.
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Preventing pale leaves in Ranunculus Flammula
Use ericaceous compost for acid-loving plants. Feed with micronutrient fertiliser.