Ranunculus Or Persian Buttercup is a species of buttercup native to the eastern Mediterranean region in southwestern Asia, southeastern Europe, and northeastern Africa. It is a herbaceous perennial plant growing to 45 cm tall, with simple or branched stems. The soft and delicate petals are romantic and full, each Ranunculus repens var. pleniflorus flower has between 100 and 130 petals. Its Name Means 'Little Frog' The name of this flower is a combination of two Latin words. Rana means ‘frog’ and unculus means ‘little.’ These bulbs were first found blooming in Southwestern Asia. It is believed that its name came from where it grew naturally—along streams in the spring with the little frogs. These blooms are a symbol of charm and attractiveness, which was especially prevalent in the Victorian era—they would send ranunculus to those they admired. Details The soft and delicate light-reflective petals are fluffy like tule tutus. Each Ranunculus repens var. pleniflorus flower has between 100 and 130 petals. The special variety typically called butterfly ranunculus have a name inspired by the shape of butterfly wings with single papery petals in the softest yellow and dusty pink. Care If the flowers are cut from the field just before they're not yet fully open but still squishy like a marshmallow, they last for around 12 days in a vase. For best flower care be sure to remove any foliage below the water line and refresh vase with fresh water every 2 days. The locally grown ranunculus are in full bloom right now. We will be purchasing these special spring time blooms from multiple farms from around the Byron Bay growing region in abundance over the coming weeks.