Bulbous buttercup Ranunculus bulbosus

The flowers are bright yellow and once the flowers are completely open the sepals turn downwards. The lower leaves are divided into three leaflets. The bulbous buttercup has a hairy stem, leaves with 3 well cut lobes and the base of stem has bulb-like swelling.

Nutrient-poor, well-drained soils. Found especially on limestone grassland.

From March to May.

The bulbous buttercup becomes established where fresh soil is exposed. It is intolerant of trampling and this is evident as it is usually absent from footpaths that transverse grassland. The plant prefers sunny areas and cannot tolerate early competition from taller plants. By joining your local Wildlife Trust you can help manage habitat for bulbous buttercups and other native wildflowers.