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Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow

Allowissadula holosericea

Last reviewed: June 2026

Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow (Allowissadula holosericea)
Photo: (c) Gary Rogers, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Gary Rogers

Light

part sun

Water

low

Size

36"–60" H × 24"–36" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

NM, TX

Pollinators

butterflies, bees

Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow is a compact shrub with soft, silvery foliage and small orange or coral flowers that bloom from summer through late fall. This drought-tolerant native maintains its attractive form in partial sun locations and provides extended seasonal color with minimal water requirements.

In an HOA neighborhood

Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow 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.

  • Insufficient data for HOA assessment

Wildlife value

The long blooming period supports butterflies and native bees from summer into late fall. The extended flowering season makes it particularly valuable for pollinators during autumn when fewer plants are in bloom.

Common questions

How much sun does Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow need?
Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow bloom?
Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Where is Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow native?
Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow (Allowissadula holosericea) is native to NM, TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow attract?
Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow draws butterflies and bees.
Is Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow HOA-friendly?
Chisos Mountain False Indian Mallow 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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