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Description
Packera Eurycephala, also known as the Golden Ragwort, is a beautiful perennial herb that belongs to the family Asteraceae. This flowering plant is native to the eastern United States and can be found in the wild from Maine to Georgia. It is a clumping plant that can grow up to 2 feet tall and can spread up to 3 feet wide. Packera Eurycephala produces dark green basal leaves that can grow up to 8 inches long and 2 inches wide. The plant produces bright yellow flower heads that bloom in the spring and summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Packera |
Appearance
Packera Eurycephala is a clumping herb that produces dark green basal leaves that can grow up to 8 inches long and 2 inches wide. The leaves are lance-shaped and have a toothed margin. The plant produces bright yellow flower heads that bloom in the spring and summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. The flower heads are about ½ inch to 1 inch wide and are composed of ray and disk flowers. The plant can grow up to 2 feet tall and can spread up to 3 feet wide.
Care Guide
Packera Eurycephala is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:- Water: Water Packera Eurycephala regularly, especially during the hot and dry months. The plant prefers moist soil but can tolerate some drought.- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant once a year in the spring with a slow-release fertilizer.- Soil: Packera Eurycephala prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: The plant prefers partial shade to full sun. It can tolerate some shade, but too much shade can lead to leggy growth and fewer flowers.- Hardiness Zones: Packera Eurycephala is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 7.
Common Pests & Diseases
Packera Eurycephala is relatively pest and disease-resistant. However, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew, rust, and fungal leaf spots. Here are some tips on how to prevent and treat common pests and diseases:- Powdery Mildew: Powdery mildew can be prevented by providing good air circulation and avoiding overhead watering. If the plant is already infected, treat it with a fungicide.- Rust: Rust can be prevented by removing infected leaves and avoiding overhead watering. If the plant is already infected, treat it with a fungicide.- Fungal Leaf Spots: Fungal leaf spots can be prevented by avoiding overhead watering and providing good air circulation. If the plant is already infected, remove infected leaves and treat it with a fungicide.
Habitat
Packera Eurycephala is native to the eastern United States and can be found in the wild from Maine to Georgia. It is commonly found in moist meadows, stream banks, and woodland edges. The plant prefers moist soil and partial shade to full sun.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Packera Eurycephala deer-resistant?
A: Yes, Packera Eurycephala is deer-resistant.
Q: Can Packera Eurycephala be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Packera Eurycephala can be grown in containers as long as the container is large enough to accommodate the plant’s root system.
Q: How often should I fertilize Packera Eurycephala?
A: Fertilize the plant once a year in the spring with a slow-release fertilizer.
Q: How tall does Packera Eurycephala grow?
A: Packera Eurycephala can grow up to 2 feet tall.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Packera Eurycephala:- Packera Aurea- Packera Glabella- Packera Paupercula- Packera Ovalescens
References
– “Packera eurycephala (Nutt.) W.A.Weber & Á.Löve.” Plants of the World Online. Kew Science. Accessed 9 June 2021. http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:236287-2.- “Packera eurycephala.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed 9 June 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=283299.- “Packera eurycephala.” North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox. Accessed 9 June 2021. https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/packera-eurycephala/.
