Weeds
Ranunculus chinensis is native to East Asia and has been listed as a weed throughout much of this range, including Bhutan, China, and Korea. While this plant is generally not considered to be an aggressive spreader, it can become weedy in agricultural contexts. Ranunculus chinensis also grows as a weed alongside streams and in meadows. Manual removal or the use of herbicides will prevent this weed from spreading. A primary concern about this plant is its toxicity. Ranunculus chinensis has not been thoroughly studied but most other plants in this genus are toxic. These plants can cause skin irritation when touched. However, care should be taken to avoid direct contact when removing these plants by hand-pulling.