How much sun does American ipecac need?

American ipecac grows best in part sun conditions.

When does American ipecac bloom?

American ipecac blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is American ipecac native?

American ipecac (Gillenia stipulata) is native to AL, AR, GA, IL and 17 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does American ipecac attract?

American ipecac draws bumble bees, small native bees, and butterflies.

Is American ipecac HOA-friendly?

American ipecac is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

American ipecac

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Gillenia stipulata

Last reviewed: October 2026

Toxicity unknown

American ipecac (Gillenia stipulata) 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

part sun

Water

medium

Size

24"–48" H × 24"–36" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

AL, AR, GA, IL and 17 more states

Pollinators

bumble bees, small native bees, butterflies

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A graceful woodland-edge perennial with airy, star-shaped white flowers on slender reddish stems above bronze-tinged green foliage that turns red in fall. Forms a soft, mounded clump.

In an HOA neighborhood

American ipecac is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: foundation beds, woodland borders.

Loose airy habit may look informal in strict beds

Wildlife value

The open flowers draw bumble bees and small native bees in early summer.

Common questions

How much sun does American ipecac need?: American ipecac grows best in part sun conditions.
When does American ipecac bloom?: American ipecac blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is American ipecac native?: American ipecac (Gillenia stipulata) is native to AL, AR, GA, IL and 17 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does American ipecac attract?: American ipecac draws bumble bees, small native bees, and butterflies.
Is American ipecac HOA-friendly?: American ipecac is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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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