Species Horn-Seed Buttercup
green flowers with red-green needles and foliage with green stems

Horn-Seed Buttercup

Ceratocephala testiculata

The Horn-Seed Buttercup (Ceratocephala testiculata) is an attractive flowering plant with heart-shaped leaves. The flowers are bright yellow and have five petals that each end in a sharp point. These flowers can be seen in open woodlands, meadows, and roadsides and, once established, are quite hardy and drought resistant. Its namesake, thehorn-seeds, are found in deep in its seed capsules and are believed to deter predators and provide a unique dispersal mechanism. This plant is a great addition to any garden, providing an attractive, low-maintenance burst of color and unique well-rounded look.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water Horn-Seed Buttercup (Ceratocephala testiculata) regularly, usually once a week. Make sure to provide enough water to moisten the soil, but not too much that the soil becomes soggy. During the hotter months, increase watering frequency to 2 or 3 times a week to prevent the soil from drying out. In cooler weather, reduce the watering frequency to once a week. If the soil appears to be dry, it's time to water the plant.

sunlight

Horn-Seed Buttercup (Ceratocephala testiculata) is an emerging plant species native to western North America. It prefers full sun to partial shade, and prefers to receive direct sunlight throughout the day. During summer months, Horn-Seed Buttercup should receive approximately 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. For maintenance and actively growing plants, they should receive full sun for at least 8 to 10 hours a day. During the winter months, however, the plant should not be exposed to more than 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight in order to prevent it from becoming overly stressed or harmed by the cold temperatures.

pruning

Horn-Seed Buttercup (Ceratocephala testiculata) should be pruned to 2 or 3 nodes above the soil line in late winter or early spring. By pruning the top growth, the plant can be kept to a manageable size and will encourage a better flowering display. It is best to avoid heavy pruning, as this may result in the plant becoming woody or overgrown.