Micro mineral composition of Ranunculus sphaerospermus and its evaluation as an alternative forage source

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Budağ C., Fırat M.

Acta Biologica Turcica, cilt.38, sa.2, ss.1-20, 2025 (Hakemli Dergi)

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 38 Sayı: 2
  • Basım Tarihi: 2025
  • Dergi Adı: Acta Biologica Turcica
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: BIOSIS
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.1-20
  • Van Yüzüncü Yıl Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Ranunculus sphaerospermus Boiss. & Blanche, a species naturally occurring in

the wetlands of Bahçesaray, Van province, has been traditionally used as roughage for

winter cattle feeding at farms in the region. This study aims to assess its suitability as an

alternative forage resource by analyzing its micromineral composition. The elements

evaluated included Sr, Al, Cd, Cr, Ba, Hg, Pb, Cu, Rb, Li, Be, V, Mn, Fe, Ni, As, Co, Ag,

Zn, Ga, Se, Sb, Cs, Tl, and U. Among these, the concentrations of Mn, Se, and Hg were

above the recommended levels for ruminant rations but remained within permissible

safety limits. Compared to commonly used forage plants, Ranunculus sphaerospermus

demonstrates potential as a viable alternative roughage source for ruminant nutrition

due to its overall favorable mineral profile.