Chambers' Twinpod
Physaria chambersii
Last reviewed: August 2026
Toxicity unknown
Chambers' Twinpod (Physaria chambersii) 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
4"–12" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
AZ, CA, ID, NV and 2 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
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Chambers' twinpod is a low-growing native perennial that forms compact mounds of silvery-green foliage. It produces clusters of bright yellow flowers from April through June and thrives in sunny, dry conditions with minimal water requirements.
In an HOA neighborhood
Chambers' Twinpod 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 uncommon plant that most HOAs would not recognize
- Small size and wild appearance don't match typical landscaping expectations
- Unknown leaf retention could mean unsightly dormant periods
Wildlife value
This plant provides nectar and pollen for native bees and beetles during its spring to early summer bloom period.
Common questions
- How much sun does Chambers' Twinpod need?
- Chambers' Twinpod grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Chambers' Twinpod bloom?
- Chambers' Twinpod blooms in April, May, and June.
- Where is Chambers' Twinpod native?
- Chambers' Twinpod (Physaria chambersii) is native to AZ, CA, ID, NV and 2 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Chambers' Twinpod attract?
- Chambers' Twinpod draws bees and beetles.
- Is Chambers' Twinpod HOA-friendly?
- Chambers' Twinpod 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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