Clammy Cuphea
Cuphea petiolata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
SC
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
Clammy cuphea is a compact native perennial that produces small tubular flowers from June through September. This low-growing plant works well as a border or groundcover, maintaining a neat mounded form throughout the growing season.
In an HOA neighborhood
Clammy Cuphea is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Unknown winter appearance may affect year-round appeal
Wildlife value
The tubular flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds throughout the summer months. This makes it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens and wildlife-friendly landscapes.
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.
Does Clammy Cuphea fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.