How much sun does Largeflower yellow false foxgl need?

Largeflower yellow false foxgl grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Largeflower yellow false foxgl bloom?

Largeflower yellow false foxgl blooms in July, August, and September.

Where is Largeflower yellow false foxgl native?

Largeflower yellow false foxgl (Aureolaria grandiflora) is native to AR, IA, IL, IN and 7 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Largeflower yellow false foxgl attract?

Largeflower yellow false foxgl draws bumble bees.

Largeflower yellow false foxgl

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Aureolaria grandiflora

Last reviewed: November 2026

Largeflower yellow false foxgl (Aureolaria grandiflora) is a perennial forb native to AR, IA, IL, IN and 7 more states. It blooms in July, August, and September. The flowers draw bumble bees.

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Toxicity unknown

Largeflower yellow false foxgl (Aureolaria grandiflora) 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

part shade

Water

medium

Size

24"–48" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AR, IA, IL, IN and 7 more states

Pollinators

bumble bees

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Hemiparasitic perennial that taps into the roots of nearby oaks, with narrow leaves and large, bright yellow tubular flowers in late summer. Found in oak woodlands and savannas.

Growing Largeflower yellow false foxgl

Grow Largeflower yellow false foxgl in part shade and medium water. Mature plants reach 24 to 48 inches tall and spread 12 to 24 inches wide.

Wildlife value

Large tubular flowers are pollinated primarily by bumblebees.

Common questions

How much sun does Largeflower yellow false foxgl need?: Largeflower yellow false foxgl grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Largeflower yellow false foxgl bloom?: Largeflower yellow false foxgl blooms in July, August, and September.
Where is Largeflower yellow false foxgl native?: Largeflower yellow false foxgl (Aureolaria grandiflora) is native to AR, IA, IL, IN and 7 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Largeflower yellow false foxgl attract?: Largeflower yellow false foxgl draws bumble bees.

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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