Bermuda buttercup
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Bermuda buttercup
Oxalis pes-caprae
The Bermuda buttercup is a bright yellow flower that blooms in spring. Its leaves are shaped like little hearts, making it a cheerful sight in gardens and fields.
Habitat: Urban areas
Appearance
The Bermuda buttercup has bright, trumpet-shaped yellow flowers, often with a hint of orange near the center. Its leaves are clover-like, with three heart-shaped leaflets, giving it a shamrock appearance. This perennial forms dense mats of vibrant green foliage.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderOxalidalesFamilyOxalidaceaeGenusOxalis
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
At night, its three heart-shaped leaves fold up tightly, like a sleepy little shamrock.
Despite its name, this plant isn't a true buttercup! It's actually a type of sorrel.
People call it 'sour grass' because its leaves taste tangy, like a lemon!
This plant regrows easily! Tiny underground bulblets sprout even if it's pulled.
Special abilities
Ability
Bulblet Blaster
Bermuda buttercup can grow tiny underground bulblets that help it spread incredibly fast, even without seeds!
Ability
Sun Tracker
Bermuda buttercup flowers face the sun all day long, following its path across the sky to catch more rays.
Ability
Tough Root Anchor
Bermuda buttercup has deep, branching roots that help it survive in dry, poor soil where other plants struggle.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-30 cm
- Spread
- 15-45 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-3 cm
- Bloom Season
- Winter to Spring
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Honey bees visit flowers for nectar and pollen.
pollinates
Buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
Bumblebees are important visitors to its bright flowers.
eaten by
Garden snail
Helix aspersa
Snails can feed on the leaves, especially young plants.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
Sour grass
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
While the Bermuda buttercup is pretty, it's best to look and not eat it. Always ask an adult before touching plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Bermuda buttercup?
10-30 cm
How wide does Bermuda buttercup spread?
15-45 cm
How big are the flowers on Bermuda buttercup?
2-3 cm
When does Bermuda buttercup bloom?
Winter to Spring
Is Bermuda buttercup edible?
No
Is Bermuda buttercup toxic?
Mild
What is Bermuda buttercup's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Bermuda buttercup pollinated?
Insect
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