Greater spearwort - Ranunculus lingua

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Greater spearwort - Ranunculus lingua
© Dr Chris Gibson/English Nature

This is a very robust marginal aquatic with large, bright yellow, 'buttercup' flowers borne on long stalks. It has red-tinged, spreading stems and dark green leaves. These are either spear-shaped, in the common name, or in the shape of a tongue, according to the botanical name.

This species can be invasive in a small pond, but it is certainly spectacular. For smaller ponds, the plant's close relative the lesser spearwort may be a better choice, although even this one may need keeping under control.

Animals

Common darter dragonfly

Foliage	Green
Flower	Yellow, June to September
Moisture	(Wet)
Sunlight	(Full sun to Part-shade)
Origin	Native