Emily Chan
Any contact with protoanemonin will wreak havoc on your skin. You’ll develop rashes and blisters, along with unpleasant feelings of burning and itching.
If the buttercups are ingested, they can cause serious consequences, including diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness, and even paralysis.
The levels of toxicity in buttercups vary, but the plants are most poisonous in the springtime when they are at their peak. Dead or dried flowers are considered safe.
You can still grow them in your garden. Just be sure to wear protective gloves when handling them! They’re happy to grow in both containers and in the ground.
With the proper care, ranunculus can flower for up to five weeks. They also have a long vase life; the blooms last for about a week.
Whether you choose to plant them along borders or arrange them as a centerpiece for your dining table, they’ll create a spectacular scene around your home.
