AT A GLANCE
The seeds of the buttercup are spherical to ovoid, a few millimeters in size and brownish when ripe. They are cold germs and must go through a cold spell before they can be sown outdoors. The seeds are also poisonous.
What are the external characteristics of buttercup seeds?
The seeds of buttercup are right nondescript. They stand together in so-called achenes and form a nut fruit in groups, similar to strawberries. The seeds are often glued to the pericarp. The fruit itself is at the end of a long stalk.
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The individual seeds of the buttercup are only a few millimeters in size, globular to ovate and mostly slightly flattened. At one end is a small fruit beak. The color of the seeds is initially green. They turn brown when fully ripe.
What should you do before sowing buttercup seeds?
Since buttercup seeds are cold germinators, they need a go through a cold spell, in order to be able to germinate afterwards. Commercially available seeds have usually already been stratified. If you harvested the seeds yourself, your best bet is to either keep them in the fridge for a few weeks or sow them outdoors in the fall.
What is the correct way to sow buttercup seeds?
Already stratified, buttercup seeds can be sown directly outdoors or in pots. The ideal period for this is between March and April. When pre-growing at home, use special ones potting soil. The seeds will lightly covered with soil and then poured carefully. At 20°C germinate within 1 to 2 weeks.
Are buttercup seeds poisonous?
Similar to the other parts of the buttercup are the seeds poisonous. You should die poisonous Therefore, do not leave seeds out in the open if children or pets live in your household. Depending on the dose, consumption of these can lead to gastrointestinal problems, dizziness, vomiting, headaches and shortness of breath.
When can buttercup seeds be collected?
As a rule, the seeds ripen between June and September out and can then be collected. The ripening of buttercup seeds depends on when the blossoms appear. Before you collect the seeds, you should make sure that they are mature. When ripe, they stick less to the fruit, but fall off when touched.
Tip
Remove seed heads to prevent uncontrolled spread
Buttercups are a real thorn in many gardeners' heads Eye. They spread completely uncontrollably and quickly if they can form their seeds. Wind and birds help them. If you want to prevent spread, remove the seed heads!
