Button Creeper - Tersonia cyathiflora (Button climber) seeds

Button Creeper (Tersonia cyathiflora)

A striking, ornamental plant endemic to Western Australia, valued for its beauty and traditional medicinal uses.

Quick Facts

• Height and Spread: 0.15–0.6 meters high, up to 1.5 meters wide
• Flowering: Yellow-brown to brown-red flowers from June to December
• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soils, often found on sand over limestone
• Growth Habit: Prostrate annual or biennial herb or shrub
• Climate: Adapted to sandplains and coastal limestone ridges

Why Grow Button Creeper?

The Button Creeper is a visually appealing addition to rock gardens or containers, with its unique flowers and spreading growth habit. Endemic to Western Australia, it thrives in arid and coastal environments. Its germination response to fire and resilience in seed banks make it an excellent choice for gardeners interested in native plants.

Bush Medicine Note

• Traditionally used by Indigenous Australians to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Disclaimer: Any medical or health claims about this plant are for informational purposes only. Consult a healthcare professional before use.

How to Grow

Sowing Instructions:

• Seed Prep: Smoke pre-treatment is essential to break dormancy.
• Planting: Sow seeds directly onto well-drained soil. Cover lightly with a fine layer of sand or soil.
• Germination: Best results occur in warm conditions after smoke exposure. Seeds often germinate after fire in their natural habitat.

Planting and Care:

• Position: Full sun to partial shade.
• Watering: Maintain moist soil but avoid overwatering.
• Soil: Tolerates sandy soils, particularly those over limestone.

Uses in Your Garden

• Ornamental Appeal: Beautiful, low-growing plant ideal for rock gardens or containers.
• Erosion Control: Spreading habit helps stabilize sandy soils.

Germination Tips

• Pre-Treatment: Apply smoke treatment to simulate post-fire conditions.
• Timing: Sow in late winter to spring for best results.
• Moisture: Keep soil moist but ensure proper drainage to prevent rot.

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Enhance your garden with the unique and versatile Button Creeper! Its vibrant flowers, hardy nature, and traditional medicinal significance make it a valuable addition to any native plant collection.