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Ranunculus circinatus Sibth.

fan-leaved water-crowfoot (Ranunculaceae)

 SpreadBias within British IslesDirection of bias
WidespreadModerate tendencySE
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Ranunculus circinatus grows in calm, shallow water.

Radley (VC22: Berkshire); 2015-06-29

 fan-leaved water-crowfoot / Ranunculus circinatus: _Ranunculus circinatus_ grows in calm, shallow water.

The leaves of Ranunculus circinatus are divided into stiff, narrow segments that retain their circular outline when removed from the water.

Radley (VC22: Berkshire); 2015-06-29

 fan-leaved water-crowfoot / Ranunculus circinatus: The leaves of _Ranunculus circinatus_ are divided into stiff, narrow segments that retain their circular outline when removed from the water.

In suitable habitats, Ranunculus circinatus can dominate large areas of water.

Radley (VC22: Berkshire); 2015-06-29

 fan-leaved water-crowfoot / Ranunculus circinatus: In suitable habitats, _Ranunculus circinatus_ can dominate large areas of water.

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L-R: Bidens tripartita, Melilotus officinalis, Mimulus guttatus, Thalictrum flavum, Ranunculus peltatus, Anchusa arvensis, Malva alcea, Lolium perenne