How much sun does Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf need?

Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf bloom?

Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October.

Where is Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf native?

Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf (Thymophylla tenuiloba) is native to AL, FL, LA, MS and 2 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf attract?

Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf draws bees and butterflies.

Is Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf HOA-friendly?

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

Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Thymophylla tenuiloba

Last reviewed: July 2026

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

6"–18" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Native to

AL, FL, LA, MS and 2 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

Browse plants for this ecoregion

Chihuahuan Deserts Central Oklahoma/Texas Plains Edwards Plateau Southern Texas Plains Texas Blackland Prairies East Central Texas Plains Western Gulf Coastal Plain

Bristleleaf pricklyleaf is a compact annual wildflower that produces small, bright yellow daisy-like blooms from spring through fall. This low-growing plant forms neat mounds and provides continuous color in sunny, dry locations with minimal water requirements.

In an HOA neighborhood

Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Annual lifespan creates gaps in plantings
Small flowers and fine foliage can appear weedy
Name includes 'pricklyleaf' which may concern some HOAs

Wildlife value

The long blooming period makes this an excellent nectar source for bees and butterflies throughout most of the growing season.

Common questions

How much sun does Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf need?: Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf bloom?: Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October.
Where is Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf native?: Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf (Thymophylla tenuiloba) is native to AL, FL, LA, MS and 2 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf attract?: Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf draws bees and butterflies.
Is Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf HOA-friendly?: Bristleleaf Pricklyleaf 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 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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