Bracted Fanpetals
Sida ciliaris
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–24" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
FL, TX
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Sida ciliaris is a low-growing native wildflower that produces small yellow blooms for most of the growing season. This compact perennial stays under 2 feet tall and maintains its foliage year-round in warm, mild climates.
In an HOA neighborhood
Bracted Fanpetals 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.
- Small flowers and weedy appearance
- May be mistaken for common lawn weeds
- Informal growth habit lacks structured appeal
Wildlife value
The long blooming period from spring through fall provides nectar for bees, butterflies, and beetles. This plant serves as a reliable pollinator resource during extended flowering seasons.
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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