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Common sunrose

Crocanthemum scoparium

Last reviewed: October 2026

Common sunrose (Crocanthemum scoparium) is a perennial shrub native to CA. It blooms in March, April, May, and June. The flowers draw small native bees.

Common sunrose (Crocanthemum scoparium)
Photo: (c) Henrik Kibak, some rights reserved (CC BY)

Toxicity unknown

Common sunrose (Crocanthemum scoparium) 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

6"–24" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun

Native to

CA

Pollinators

small native bees

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Coast RangeSierra NevadaCentral California Foothills and Coastal MountainsSouthern California MountainsSouthern California/Northern Baja Coast

A small, wiry, woody-based perennial with tiny scale-like leaves and a scattering of small yellow flowers in spring. Grows in sandy or rocky openings and has a sparse, brushy habit rather than a dense one.

Growing Common sunrose

Grow Common sunrose in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 6 to 24 inches tall and spread 12 to 24 inches wide.

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Wildlife value

Provides nectar and pollen for small specialist and generalist native bees.

Common questions

How much sun does Common sunrose need?
Common sunrose grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Common sunrose bloom?
Common sunrose blooms in March, April, May, and June.
Where is Common sunrose native?
Common sunrose (Crocanthemum scoparium) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Common sunrose attract?
Common sunrose draws small native bees.

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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