Spoonshape Barbara's buttons facts for kids
Marshallia obovata, also known as spoonshape Barbara's buttons or Piedmont Barbara's buttons, is a beautiful flowering plant. It belongs to the Aster family, which includes many familiar flowers like daisies and sunflowers. This plant is special because it is endemic to the Southern United States, meaning it grows naturally only in that region. You can find it mostly in the state of North Carolina.
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What Does It Look Like?
Spoonshape Barbara's buttons plants are known for their pretty white flowers. These blooms stand out against green leaves. The stems of the plant can grow quite tall, reaching up to 2 feet (about 60 centimeters) in height. This makes them noticeable in their natural habitat.
Where Does It Grow?
This plant is a native of the southeastern part of the United States. It particularly loves the Piedmont region, which is why it's sometimes called "Piedmont Barbara's buttons." The Piedmont is an area of rolling hills located between the mountains and the coastal plain. It thrives in specific environments found in states like North Carolina.
