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Cylindricfruit Primrose-willow

Ludwigia glandulosa

Last reviewed: June 2026

Cylindricfruit Primrose-willow (Ludwigia glandulosa)
Photo: ncwetlands.org / Wikimedia Commons (CC0)

Light

part sun

Water

high

Size

12"–36" H × 6"–18" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AL, AR, FL, GA and 13 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

Cylindricfruit primrose-willow is a perennial that produces bright yellow flowers from June through September. This moisture-loving plant thrives in wet soils and can reach up to 3 feet tall, making it ideal for rain gardens or naturally damp areas.

In an HOA neighborhood

Cylindricfruit Primrose-willow takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

  • Requires consistently wet soil conditions
  • Can appear wild or weedy in traditional landscapes
  • May spread aggressively in ideal moisture conditions

Wildlife value

The long blooming period provides nectar for bees and beetles throughout the growing season. This native plant supports local pollinators when many other flowers have finished blooming.

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 Cylindricfruit Primrose-willow fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.