Agueroot
Aletris farinosa
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
6"–24" H × 3"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 24 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Agueroot is a low-growing perennial with narrow evergreen leaves arranged in a basal rosette. It produces slender spikes of small white tubular flowers from late spring through summer, creating a delicate woodland appearance.
In an HOA neighborhood
Agueroot takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very wild and weedy appearance
- Uncommon plant that HOAs may not recognize as intentional landscaping
- Small stature makes it appear unfinished in formal settings
Wildlife value
The tubular flowers attract native bees and beetles during the extended bloom period from May through July.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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