How much sun does Bladdermallow need?

Bladdermallow grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Bladdermallow bloom?

Bladdermallow blooms in April, May, June, July, August, and September.

Where is Bladdermallow native?

Bladdermallow (Herissantia crispa) is native to AZ, CA, FL, NM and 1 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Bladdermallow attract?

Bladdermallow draws bees and butterflies.

Is Bladdermallow HOA-friendly?

Bladdermallow takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Bladdermallow

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Herissantia crispa

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Bladdermallow (Herissantia crispa) 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

12"–24" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AZ, CA, FL, NM and 1 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Arizona/New Mexico Mountains Chihuahuan Deserts Southern Texas Plains Western Gulf Coastal Plain Southern Coastal Plain Southern Florida Coastal Plain Madrean Archipelago Sonoran Basin and Range

Bladdermallow is a compact native wildflower that produces small, delicate blooms from spring through fall. This drought-tolerant perennial forms neat, low mounds and thrives in sunny locations with minimal water requirements.

In an HOA neighborhood

Bladdermallow 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.

Wildflower appearance may be considered too informal
Small blooms can appear weedy to untrained eye
Name and appearance not familiar to most homeowners

Wildlife value

The long blooming season provides nectar for bees and butterflies from April through September. Its extended flowering period makes it valuable for supporting pollinators throughout the growing season.

Common questions

How much sun does Bladdermallow need?: Bladdermallow grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Bladdermallow bloom?: Bladdermallow blooms in April, May, June, July, August, and September.
Where is Bladdermallow native?: Bladdermallow (Herissantia crispa) is native to AZ, CA, FL, NM and 1 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Bladdermallow attract?: Bladdermallow draws bees and butterflies.
Is Bladdermallow HOA-friendly?: Bladdermallow 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.

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