Creeping Lettuce

Ixeris stolonifera

Native to:
Japan, Korea, Nansei-shoto, Ogasawara-shoto, Taiwan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Ixeris
Species:
Ixeris stolonifera
USDA Symbol:
IXST

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
15 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Ground Cover:
Yes
Lawn Substitute:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
good drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers soils with organic matter