Common water-crowfoot facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Common water-crowfoot |
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Ranunculus
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aquatilis
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The common water-crowfoot (or white water-crowfoot) is a fascinating plant. Its scientific name is Ranunculus aquatilis. This plant belongs to the Ranunculus family, which includes many types of buttercups.
You can find the common water-crowfoot growing naturally in many parts of the world. It lives across most of Europe, western North America, and even in northwest Africa.
About the Water-Crowfoot
This special plant is an aquatic plant, which means it lives in water. It often grows in large patches, floating on the surface of ponds, rivers, and streams.
Its Unique Features
The water-crowfoot has two main types of leaves. Some leaves are thin and look like threads. These grow completely underwater. Other leaves are shaped like teeth and float on the water's surface. If the water is moving very fast, the plant might not grow these floating leaves.
The flowers of the water-crowfoot are very pretty. They have white petals and bright yellow centers. These flowers usually stand about one or two centimeters above the water. The floating leaves help to support the flowers, acting like little rafts for them.
