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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Partial to full sun; tolerates light shade in hot climates to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; avoid allowing the root zone to dry out completely
Temperature
Hardy to -20°C; prefers cool temperate conditions; avoid prolonged heat above 25°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Deeply lobed, palmate green leaves with serrated margins
- Flower: Bright yellow, spherical to cup-shaped blooms 3–5 cm in diameter
- Stem: Erect, smooth green stems with basal foliage clusters
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist; water 1–2 times weekly during active growth
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once monthly. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent excessive foliage growth at the expense of blooms
Banana peel compost tea：Compost banana peels for 2–3 weeks, steep in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 for root drench to avoid nutrient burnPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage extended flowering
- Cut back foliage to ground level after the first autumn frost
- Thin overcrowded clumps in early spring to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: Contains ranunculin which may cause mild oral irritation if ingested in large quantities
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental garden plant; suitable for bog gardens and moist border plantings
