Soft greeneyes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Soft greeneyes |
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Berlandiera
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pumila
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The Berlandiera pumila is a cool plant often called the soft greeneyes. It's a type of flowering plant that belongs to the sunflower family. You can find it growing naturally in the southeastern and south-central parts of the United States. This includes states like Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina.
What is Soft Greeneyes?
The soft greeneyes plant is a type of herb that can grow quite tall. It often reaches about 100 cm (or 40 inches) in height. It has many branches, making it look bushy. This plant is known for its pretty flowers.
Flower Power
The soft greeneyes plant has special flowers that look like small sunflowers. Each plant has several flower heads. The outer petals, called ray florets, are bright yellow. In the center of the flower, you'll see disc florets, which are a deep maroon color. These colors make the plant stand out!
Where it Grows
You can often spot soft greeneyes in open, sunny places. It loves to grow in fields, along roadsides, and in open woodlands. It prefers areas where it can get plenty of sunlight.
