Cotula coronopifolia (Yellow Water Buttons)

Cotula coronopifolia, commonly known as Yellow Water Buttons or Brass Buttons, is a cheerful, low-growing perennial valued for its bright golden-yellow button-like flowers and lush green foliage. Forming a dense spreading mat, this moisture-loving plant brings vibrant colour to pond edges, wetlands, rain gardens, and other damp areas where many plants struggle. Its long flowering season and compact habit make it an excellent choice for softening water features and creating naturalistic landscapes.

Native to South Africa, Yellow Water Buttons thrives in consistently moist to wet soils and tolerates coastal conditions, making it particularly well suited to seaside gardens and saline environments. The cheerful blooms attract bees and other beneficial pollinators, while the spreading foliage provides excellent groundcover. Easy to grow and requiring minimal maintenance, this versatile perennial is ideal for adding colour and texture to water-wise and aquatic garden settings.