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Are Kidney Leaf Buttercups Edible? The Definitive Guide to Their Toxicity

Dec 18, 2025 •

4 min read

According to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, the kidney-leaf buttercup (*Ranunculus abortivus*) contains toxic compounds in all its parts. This means that while visually appealing, this common plant should never be considered a wild edible due to the serious risks involved.