Crow-poison
Nothoscordum bivalve
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 2"–6" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, FL and 16 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Crow-poison is a small native bulb that produces delicate white flowers in spring. This low-growing perennial forms neat clumps of narrow, grass-like foliage that stays compact throughout the growing season.
In an HOA neighborhood
Crow-poison 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.
- Common name includes 'poison' which raises concerns
- May be confused with weedy wild onions
- Very small size makes it appear unmaintained in formal landscapes
Wildlife value
The small white flowers attract native bees and beetles during the spring blooming period. As a native bulb, it provides early season nectar when few other plants are flowering.
Common questions
- How much sun does Crow-poison need?
- Crow-poison grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Crow-poison bloom?
- Crow-poison blooms in March, April, and May.
- Where is Crow-poison native?
- Crow-poison (Nothoscordum bivalve) is native to AL, AR, AZ, FL and 16 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Crow-poison attract?
- Crow-poison draws bees and beetles.
- Is Crow-poison HOA-friendly?
- Crow-poison 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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