Lance-leaf Fogfruit
Phyla lanceolata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
6"–24" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, CA and 31 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Lance-leaf fogfruit is a low-growing native groundcover that spreads to form dense mats. It produces small white flower clusters from summer through fall and thrives in sunny locations with average moisture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Lance-leaf Fogfruit 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.
- Spreads aggressively and can appear weedy
- Very informal growth habit unsuitable for formal landscapes
- May be mistaken for weeds by neighbors
Wildlife value
This plant is excellent for pollinators, attracting native bees and butterflies throughout its long blooming season. The dense mat formation also provides habitat for beneficial insects.
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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