Googly-eyed Vine
Myriopus volubilis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
36"–72" H × 48"–60" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
FL, TX
Pollinators
butterflies
This native Texas vine produces an impressive display of blooms from spring through late fall, making it one of the longest-flowering native plants available. It grows as a climbing or sprawling vine that can reach 6 feet tall with proper support, or spread as groundcover if left to trail.
In an HOA neighborhood
Googly-eyed Vine 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.
- Requires support structure
- Can appear messy
Wildlife value
The extended bloom period from March through November provides nectar for butterflies throughout most of the growing season. This makes it particularly valuable for supporting migrating monarch butterflies in fall.
Common questions
- How much sun does Googly-eyed Vine need?
- Googly-eyed Vine grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Googly-eyed Vine bloom?
- Googly-eyed Vine blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- Where is Googly-eyed Vine native?
- Googly-eyed Vine (Myriopus volubilis) is native to FL, TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Googly-eyed Vine attract?
- Googly-eyed Vine draws butterflies.
- Is Googly-eyed Vine HOA-friendly?
- Googly-eyed Vine 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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