Question: Hello, I believe this is a Ranunculus, but am not sure who it is. Possibly hooked crowfoot? The leaves are …
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Hello, I believe this is a Ranunculus, but am not sure who it is. Possibly hooked crowfoot? The leaves are lobed, but not compound; stem is somewhat hairy. Found in Moshassuck Nature Preserve in Lincoln, RI. There are 2 specimens here; the one with leaves in the background was growing along a (wet) upland trail (lots of jacks in the area); the one with moss was found along the brook. Thanks.
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Dear sldz22, good morning. Yes, these plants look like Ranunculus recurvatus (hooked crowfoot). This native species is often found along stream shores and damp, mossy locations (along with rich, upland forests).
