Marcus, Joseph A.
Berlandiera betonicifolia (Hook.) Small
Texas greeneyes, Broochflower
Asteraceae (Aster Family)
Named for French-Swiss physician Jean Louis Berlandier (1805-1851) who collected plants in Texas and northern Mexico.
Image Gallery:
29 photo(s) available
Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial Habit: Herb Size Notes: 2-3
Fruit: Size Class: 1-3 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Yellow
Bloom Time: Apr , May , Jun , Jul , Aug , Sep , Oct , Nov
Distribution
USA: AR , LA , OK , TX
Native Habitat: Sloped meadows and edges of thickets of North Central and Central Texas. Well-drained caliche, loam, sand.
USDA Native Status: L48(N) Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: Part Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist
Conditions Comments: This striking yellow flower gets its name from its green center. Texas green-eyes grows tall and looks great surrounded by
native grasses.
Benefit
Conspicuous Flowers: yes
Nectar Source: yes
Deer Resistant: Moderate
Last Update: 2012-07-30
