False Gromwell
Onosmodium bejariense var. bejariense
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
TX
Pollinators
butterflies, bees, nectar insects
Browse plants for this ecoregion
False Gromwell is a native Texas perennial with rough, hairy leaves and small white tubular flowers that bloom in spring. This drought-tolerant wildflower forms clumps up to 3 feet tall and goes dormant in summer heat, returning each spring from its deep taproot.
In an HOA neighborhood
False Gromwell is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 1 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The spring blooms provide nectar for native bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects during an important early season period. The seeds may also provide food for small birds.
Common questions
- How much sun does False Gromwell need?
- False Gromwell grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does False Gromwell bloom?
- False Gromwell blooms in March, April, and May.
- Where is False Gromwell native?
- False Gromwell (Onosmodium bejariense var. bejariense) is native to TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does False Gromwell attract?
- False Gromwell draws butterflies, bees, and nectar insects.
- Is False Gromwell HOA-friendly?
- False Gromwell is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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 False Gromwell fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.