Huisache Daisy
Amblyolepis setigera
Last reviewed: June 2026
Amblyolepis setigera (Huisache Daisy) is a Texas native wildflower that blooms from March through May with bright yellow daisy-like flowers. This drought-tolerant forb thrives in sunny locations and attracts butterflies, bees, and other nectar-loving insects.
Light
part sun
Water
low
Size
6"–15" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
TX
Pollinators
butterflies, bees, nectar insects
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Huisache Daisy is a low-growing annual wildflower that produces cheerful yellow daisy-like blooms from March through May. This compact Texas native forms neat mounds and provides reliable spring color in water-wise landscapes. It typically self-seeds for the following year but maintains a tidy appearance during its growing season.
Growing Huisache Daisy
Grow Huisache Daisy in part sun and low water. Mature plants reach 6 to 15 inches tall and spread 12 to 18 inches wide. Expect moderate maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Huisache Daisy is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Requires seasonal replanting
- May have messy dieback
Wildlife value
The bright yellow flowers attract butterflies, native bees, and other nectar-feeding insects during the critical spring blooming period. This plant serves as an important early-season nectar source when many other flowers are not yet available.
Common questions
- When does Amblyolepis setigera bloom?
- Huisache Daisy blooms from March through May, producing yellow daisy-like flowers during the spring months.
- What pollinators visit Amblyolepis setigera?
- This native Texas wildflower attracts butterflies, bees, and various nectar-feeding insects with its bright yellow spring blooms.
- Where is Amblyolepis setigera native?
- Huisache Daisy is native to Texas, where it grows naturally in sunny, dry locations throughout the state.
- What growing conditions does Amblyolepis setigera prefer?
- This drought-tolerant forb prefers full sun to partial sun locations with low water requirements, making it well-suited to Texas climate conditions.
- Is Huisache Daisy HOA-friendly?
- Huisache Daisy is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate 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.
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