Abstract
This study is a taxonomic revision of the genus Ranunculus for Utah. Twenty-five species and 4 varieties are recognized, and are separated by means of a comprehensive key. A list of pertinent synonyms and types, a morphological description, habitat preference and a discussion are presented for each species and variety. Distribution maps and photographs are included. The basis of this study has been morphological comparison of herbarium specimens and collections and observations by the author throughout Utah.
Degree
MS
College and Department
Life Sciences; Plant and Wildlife Sciences
Rights
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BYU ScholarsArchive Citation
Palmieri, Margaret Doherty, "A revision of the genus Ranunculus (Ranunculaceae) for the state of Utah" (1976). Theses and Dissertations. 7951.
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/etd/7951
Date Submitted
1976-04-01
Document Type
Thesis
Handle
http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/Letd441
Keywords
Ranunculales; Botany, Utah
Language
English