Skip to main content

Longflower Tuberose

Manfreda longiflora

Last reviewed: June 2026

Longflower Tuberose (Manfreda longiflora)
Photo: (c) Reid Hardin, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Reid Hardin

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

24"–36" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

TX

Pollinators

butterflies, bees

Browse plants for this ecoregion

Longflower Tuberose is a drought-tolerant succulent that forms neat rosettes of blue-green leaves. It produces tall spikes of fragrant white flowers during summer months, creating an elegant architectural accent in the landscape.

In an HOA neighborhood

Longflower Tuberose 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.

  • Insufficient data for HOA assessment

Wildlife value

The fragrant summer blooms attract butterflies and bees, providing valuable nectar during hot Texas summers.

Common questions

How much sun does Longflower Tuberose need?
Longflower Tuberose grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Longflower Tuberose bloom?
Longflower Tuberose blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Longflower Tuberose native?
Longflower Tuberose (Manfreda longiflora) is native to TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Longflower Tuberose attract?
Longflower Tuberose draws butterflies and bees.
Is Longflower Tuberose HOA-friendly?
Longflower Tuberose 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 USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

Does Longflower Tuberose fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.