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Googly-eyed Vine

Myriopus volubilis

Last reviewed: October 2026

Googly-eyed Vine (Myriopus volubilis)
Photo: (c) Douglas Goldman, some rights reserved (CC BY-SA), uploaded by Douglas Goldman

Toxicity unknown

Googly-eyed Vine (Myriopus volubilis) 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

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

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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.

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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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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