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Description
Packera Glabella, also known as Butterweed or Cressleaf Groundsel, is a species of flowering plant in the Aster family. This perennial herb is native to North America and can grow up to 4 feet tall. It has a branching stem and produces yellow flowers in the early spring. The leaves of Packera Glabella are toothed and have a distinct odor.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Packera |
Appearance
Packera Glabella has a tall, branching stem with yellow flowers that bloom in the early spring. The leaves are toothed and emit a distinct odor when crushed. The plant can grow up to 4 feet tall and prefers moist soil.
Care Guide
To care for Packera Glabella, it is important to provide it with enough water and sunlight. The plant prefers moist soil and partial shade. Fertilize the plant in the spring and fall with a balanced fertilizer. Packera Glabella is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Packera Glabella is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and leafhoppers. It can also be affected by powdery mildew and root rot. To prevent these pests and diseases, make sure to keep the plant well-watered and fertilized. If necessary, treat with an insecticide or fungicide.
Habitat
Packera Glabella is native to North America and can be found in wetlands, meadows, and forests. It prefers moist soil and partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Packera Glabella poisonous?
A: Yes, Packera Glabella contains toxins that can be harmful to livestock and humans if ingested in large quantities.
Q: Can Packera Glabella be grown indoors?
A: Yes, Packera Glabella can be grown indoors as long as it is provided with enough sunlight and moist soil.
Q: How often should I fertilize Packera Glabella?
A: Fertilize Packera Glabella in the spring and fall with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Packera Glabella?
A: Packera Glabella is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Related Plants
- Packera Aurea
- Packera Glandulosa
- Packera Paupercula
- Packera Plumbaginifolia
References
- “Packera Glabella.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c870. Accessed 14 Sept. 2021.
- “Packera Glabella.” North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox, https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/packera-glabella/. Accessed 14 Sept. 2021.
- “Cressleaf Groundsel.” USDA Forest Service, www.fs.fed.us/wildflowers/plant-of-the-week/packera_glabella.shtml. Accessed 14 Sept. 2021.
