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Butterweed (Packera glabella)

Packera glabella, commonly known as Butterweed, is a fast-growing annual herb with bright yellow flowers, often found in moist areas and disturbed soils.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soils but prefers moist, well-drained conditions.

Temperature

Grows best in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low fertilizer needs.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Can tolerate some shade, but flowers best in sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water when top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soils but prefers moist, well-drained conditions.

Temperature

Grows best in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low fertilizer needs.

Fertilize sparingly in spring if soil is poor.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.3-1.5 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

1.5-2.5 cm

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Senecio carolinianus Spreng.
Senecio glabellus Poir.
Senecio lobatus Pers.
Senecio lyratus Michx.
Senecio mississipianus DC.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusPackera
  • speciesPackera glabella
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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