Large-Flowered Tickclover
Hylodesmum glutinosum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 29 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Pointed-leaved tick-trefoil is a native woodland perennial with three-leaflet compound leaves and small pink to purple flowers in summer. It produces sticky seed pods that readily attach to clothing and animal fur for dispersal. This shade-tolerant plant works well in naturalized areas and woodland gardens.
In an HOA neighborhood
Large-Flowered Tickclover 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.
- Sticky seed pods attach to clothing and pets
- Can appear weedy and informal
- May spread beyond intended areas
Wildlife value
The flowers attract native bees and butterflies during summer blooming. The seeds provide food for birds and small mammals.
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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