Butterburs (Petasites)

Butterburs

Butterburs is a genus of flowering plants in the sunflower family, Asteraceae. They are perennial plants with thick, creeping underground rhizomes and large rhubarb-like leaves during the growing season. The short spikes of flowers are produced just before the leaves in late winter emerging with only a few elongated basal bracts and are usually green, flesh coloured or dull white depending on the species. Most species are native to Asia or southern Europe.

Scientific classification

Genus

Butterburs (Petasites)

Family

Daisy

Order

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Japanese butterbur Butterbur White butterbur Pyrenees butterbur Arctic sweet coltsfoot Sweet coltsfoot Arctic sweet coltsfoot False butterbur Petasites rubellus Petasites formosanus Petasites radiatus Arrowleaf sweet coltsfoot

Care Guide for Butterburs

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Butterburs thrives in moist environments and requires steady soil moisture without waterlogging. Weekly watering is essential for its health. As an herbaceous perennial, it has adapted to seasonal rainfall patterns, impacting its growth cycles and water uptake efficiency.

Propagation: Butterburs is propagated via division or root cuttings, thriving in moist, well-drained soil, partial shade, and cool conditions. Manage its invasive nature by controlling spread. Propagation involves selecting a healthy plant, separating roots, and promptly replanting divisions or cuttings for establishment in a few weeks.

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