Button Burrweed

Soliva anthemifolia

Native to:
Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Paraguay, Uruguay

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Soliva
Species:
Soliva anthemifolia
USDA Symbol:
GYAN

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
10 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
yellow, green
Ground Cover:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to open, disturbed areas; often found in grasslands

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily in cool, moist conditions. Often self-sows prolifically in disturbed areas.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI