Arizona Popcorn-flower
Plagiobothrys arizonicus
Last reviewed: September 2026
Toxicity unknown
Arizona Popcorn-flower (Plagiobothrys arizonicus) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 2"–8" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
AZ, CA, NM, NV and 1 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
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A compact native annual with small white flowers that bloom in spring. This low-growing wildflower produces clusters of tiny blooms from March through May, adding delicate texture to wildflower gardens.
In an HOA neighborhood
Arizona Popcorn-flower 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.
- Dies back completely after spring bloom
- Can appear weedy or sparse
- Unpredictable germination patterns typical of desert annuals
Wildlife value
Supports native bees and beetles during its spring flowering period. The small flowers provide nectar and pollen for smaller pollinators.
Common questions
- How much sun does Arizona Popcorn-flower need?
- Arizona Popcorn-flower grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Arizona Popcorn-flower bloom?
- Arizona Popcorn-flower blooms in March, April, and May.
- Where is Arizona Popcorn-flower native?
- Arizona Popcorn-flower (Plagiobothrys arizonicus) is native to AZ, CA, NM, NV and 1 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Arizona Popcorn-flower attract?
- Arizona Popcorn-flower draws bees and beetles.
- Is Arizona Popcorn-flower HOA-friendly?
- Arizona Popcorn-flower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
If something looks wrong
Common plant problems, and what to check first
These come up on almost any plant. Each guide lists the likely causes in the order they are worth ruling out, with one thing to check before you act on any of them, and links to the source it came from.
- It is dying right after planting
- Leaves turning yellow
- Wilting even though I watered it
- Brown crispy leaf tips
- Bugs on the plant
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