Clasping Coneflower
Rudbeckia amplexicaulis
Last reviewed: August 2026
Rudbeckia amplexicaulis (Clasping Coneflower) is a native wildflower blooming March through August across the southeastern and south-central United States. This moisture-loving perennial attracts butterflies and bees with its bright yellow daisy-like flowers.
Toxicity unknown
Clasping Coneflower (Rudbeckia amplexicaulis) 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
high
Size
24"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, FL, GA and 10 more states
Pollinators
butterflies, bees
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Clasping Coneflower is a tall annual wildflower with bright yellow daisy-like blooms and distinctive leaves that wrap around the stem. It flowers for an exceptionally long season from spring through late summer, providing continuous color in sunny gardens. This native Texas plant thrives with regular water and can reach up to 3 feet tall.
Growing Clasping Coneflower
Grow Clasping Coneflower in full sun and high water. Mature plants reach 24 to 36 inches tall and spread 12 to 24 inches wide. Expect moderate maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Clasping Coneflower is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.
Works well in: mid zone, backyard only.
- Requires seasonal replanting
- May have messy dieback
Wildlife value
The long blooming period makes this an excellent pollinator plant, attracting butterflies and native bees throughout most of the growing season. Its abundant nectar and pollen provide crucial food sources during hot Texas summers.
Common questions
- When does Clasping Coneflower bloom?
- Rudbeckia amplexicaulis blooms from March through August, providing an extended flowering period that supports pollinators throughout much of the growing season.
- Where is Clasping Coneflower native?
- Clasping Coneflower is native to 14 states including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, North Dakota, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Texas.
- What pollinators visit Clasping Coneflower?
- Butterflies and bees are the primary pollinators of Rudbeckia amplexicaulis, making it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens in its native range.
- What growing conditions does Clasping Coneflower prefer?
- This native wildflower thrives in full sun locations with consistently moist to wet soil conditions, making it ideal for rain gardens and wet meadows.
- Is Clasping Coneflower HOA-friendly?
- Clasping Coneflower is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate maintenance.
These answers were drafted with an AI model from this plant's data. Verify care details with a local expert.
Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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