How to Grow and Care for Greater creeping spearwort

Greater creeping spearwort, also known as Spearwort, Banewort

This blooming perennial, the greater creeping spearwort or Ranunculus flammula is considered toxic. It grows in damp areas and bears yellow flowers. The Latin name, flammula, is similar to the Latin word flamma, for flame. This may be in reference to the plant’s fiery toxicity.

Watering schedule: Twice per week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

Toxic to Pets

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Planting and Growing Greater creeping spearwort

Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Twice per week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	4-8
Toxicity	Toxic to Pets

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Greater creeping spearwort displays a low-growing, sprawling habit with stems that root at the nodes, forming dense mats. The plant bears cheery yellow flowers, typically with 5 egg-shaped petals, although the number can vary from 4 to 11. Each bloom, reaching up to 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter, features a multitude of bright yellow stamens encircling green styles. Sepals spread beneath the petals, with some exhibiting fine hairs. These flowers are perched on slender, upright stalks, contributing to the plant’s delicate appearance.