How much sun does Blair's stephanomeria need?

Blair's stephanomeria grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Blair's stephanomeria bloom?

Blair's stephanomeria blooms in April, May, and June.

Where is Blair's stephanomeria native?

Blair's stephanomeria (Munzothamnus blairii) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Blair's stephanomeria attract?

Blair's stephanomeria draws bees and butterflies.

Blair's stephanomeria

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Munzothamnus blairii

Last reviewed: November 2026

Blair's stephanomeria (Munzothamnus blairii) is a perennial shrub native to CA. It blooms in April, May, and June. The flowers draw bees and butterflies.

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Toxicity unknown

Blair's stephanomeria (Munzothamnus blairii) 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

36"–96" H × 36"–72" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun

Native to

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

Southern California/Northern Baja Coast

A rare, woody shrub with narrow, gray-green leaves and small, thistle-like flower heads in pale white to pink clusters, found naturally on a single small offshore island. Grows on rocky, exposed island slopes.

Growing Blair's stephanomeria

Grow Blair's stephanomeria in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 36 to 96 inches tall and spread 36 to 72 inches wide.

Wildlife value

As an island endemic with a very restricted range, its flowers provide a locally important nectar source for the island's native bees and butterflies.

Common questions

How much sun does Blair's stephanomeria need?: Blair's stephanomeria grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Blair's stephanomeria bloom?: Blair's stephanomeria blooms in April, May, and June.
Where is Blair's stephanomeria native?: Blair's stephanomeria (Munzothamnus blairii) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Blair's stephanomeria attract?: Blair's stephanomeria draws bees and butterflies.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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