Piriqueta cistoides
Piriqueta cistoides, also known as pitted stripeseed or morning buttercup, is a species of perennial flower found in the southeastern region of the United States.
Description
Piriqueta cistoides stands at a height between, forming colonies from where it sprouts at its roots. The leaves are alternately arranged and possess toothed margins. They are oblong to lanceolate in shape, and range in length from and in width from.When inflorescence occurs the blooms possess 5 petals, ranging from in length and bright orange to yellow in coloration. Blooms occur from the late spring into autumn, April through October. The seeds of P. cistoides are obovate in shape, in length, and tan or grey in color.
Distribution and habitat
Within the United States' P. cistoides' range encompasses South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama.P. cistoides is considered to be a facultative species. It is commonly found in habitats such as pine flatwoods and sandhills, and prefers dry, well-drained environments with high levels of sun.