Greater Spearwort
| Latin Name: | Ranunculus lingua |
| Manx Name: | Lossyr lheeannagh vooar |
| Season: | May - September |
| Locations where this species is found: | |
| Conrhenny Plantation | |
This rare plant is a very large member of the buttercup family, and is usually found growing in wet ground. Its pointed spear-like leaves explain its name and distinguish it from other buttercups.
Like all buttercups, Greater Spearwort is poisonous and should not be eaten.
This rare flower is a protected species under Manx law, so it is an offense to damage it.
The Manx name for this flower is "Lossyr lheeannagh vooar", which means "Large meadow flame".
Like all buttercups, Greater Spearwort is poisonous and should not be eaten.
This rare flower is a protected species under Manx law, so it is an offense to damage it.
The Manx name for this flower is "Lossyr lheeannagh vooar", which means "Large meadow flame".
