How much sun does Branched Lagophylla need?

Branched Lagophylla grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Branched Lagophylla bloom?

Branched Lagophylla blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Branched Lagophylla native?

Branched Lagophylla (Lagophylla ramosissima) is native to CA, ID, MT, NV and 3 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Branched Lagophylla attract?

Branched Lagophylla draws bees and beetles.

Is Branched Lagophylla HOA-friendly?

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

Branched Lagophylla

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Lagophylla ramosissima

Last reviewed: August 2026

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

4"–16" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

CA, ID, MT, NV and 3 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Branched lagophylla is a small annual wildflower that forms compact, branching plants with tiny yellow blooms from May through July. This low-growing native thrives in full sun with minimal water. As an annual, it completes its life cycle in one growing season and may self-seed under favorable conditions.

In an HOA neighborhood

Branched Lagophylla 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 small stature may appear weedy or insignificant
Annual lifecycle creates gaps when plants die back
Informal wildflower appearance doesn't match typical HOA aesthetics

Wildlife value

This native wildflower attracts bees and beetles during its spring and early summer blooming period. Its small flowers provide nectar for smaller pollinators that are important for local ecosystem health.

Common questions

How much sun does Branched Lagophylla need?: Branched Lagophylla grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Branched Lagophylla bloom?: Branched Lagophylla blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Branched Lagophylla native?: Branched Lagophylla (Lagophylla ramosissima) is native to CA, ID, MT, NV and 3 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Branched Lagophylla attract?: Branched Lagophylla draws bees and beetles.
Is Branched Lagophylla HOA-friendly?: Branched Lagophylla 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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