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Field Burrweed (Soliva sessilis)

Field Burrweed (Soliva sessilis) is a low-growing annual herb with a creeping habit, often considered a weed in lawns and disturbed areas.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soil types, including poor and compacted soils. Prefers well-drained conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low feeder, rarely needs fertilization.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Adaptable to various light conditions.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Tolerates a wide range of soil types, including poor and compacted soils. Prefers well-drained conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low feeder, rarely needs fertilization.

Apply balanced fertilizer sparingly if growth is poor.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Creeper

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.02-0.1 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None (dies after setting seed)

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

0.2-0.3 cm

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Cotula sessilis (Ruiz & Pav.) Stace
Gymnostyles alata Spreng.
Gymnostyles barcklayana Steud.
Gymnostyles chilensis Spreng.
Gymnostyles pterosperma Juss.
Ranunculus alatus Poir. ex All.
Soliva alata DC.
Soliva barclayana DC.
Soliva daucifolia Nutt.
Soliva microloma Phil.
Soliva neglecta Cabrera
Soliva pterosperma (Juss.) Less.
Soliva valdiviana Phil.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusSoliva
  • speciesSoliva sessilis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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