Water Crowfoot
Ranunculus aquatilis
aquaticA delicate aquatic buttercup with finely dissected submerged foliage and small floating leaves that bear tiny white flowers with yellow centers. It grows rapidly in cool, clean water and provides excellent oxygenation and fish habitat. This plant is particularly valuable in wildlife ponds and naturalistic water gardens.
Common Problems
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Care Guide
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Light
Partial shade to full sun; performs best in bright conditions with 4–6 hours of sunlight daily.
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Water
Submerged and semi-emergent growth; thrives in cool, flowing or still water 6–24 inches deep.
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Soil
Gravelly or sandy aquatic substrate; does not require rich soil and tolerates poor nutrient levels.
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Fertiliser
Minimal fertilization needed; excess nutrients promote algae growth. Avoid heavy feeding.
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Temperature
Cool-water species; prefers temperatures below 70°F; declines in warm stagnant water.
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Humidity
Must remain fully or partially submerged; extremely sensitive to drying.
Toxicity
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Non-toxic; ranunculus species contain toxic compounds in foliage but are rarely ingested.
Common Diseases
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Seasonal Care
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Resume regular watering and feeding as growth picks up.
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Peak growing season. Water and feed regularly.
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Reduce watering as growth slows. Stop heavy feeding.
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Minimal watering and feeding. Protect from frost if needed.