Low Poppymallow
Callirhoe involucrata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Callirhoe involucrata (Low Poppymallow) is a drought-tolerant native wildflower blooming with magenta cup-shaped flowers from June through August across the Great Plains and southwestern states.
The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Low Poppymallow as toxic to livestock.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–12" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AR, CO, IA, KS and 6 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Low poppymallow is a sprawling native groundcover with bright magenta cup-shaped flowers that bloom throughout summer. This drought-tolerant plant forms attractive mats with deeply lobed leaves and requires minimal care once established.
Growing Low Poppymallow
Grow Low Poppymallow in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 6 to 12 inches tall and spread 12 to 24 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Low Poppymallow is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Goes dormant in winter leaving bare spots
Wildlife value
The showy flowers attract native bees and butterflies during its long blooming period from June through August.
Common questions
- Where is Callirhoe involucrata native?
- Low Poppymallow is native to the Great Plains and southwestern United States, including Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.
- When does Low Poppymallow bloom?
- Callirhoe involucrata blooms from June through August, producing bright magenta cup-shaped flowers that open in the morning and close in late afternoon.
- What pollinators visit Low Poppymallow?
- Bees and butterflies are the primary pollinators of Callirhoe involucrata, attracted to its bright magenta flowers and accessible pollen.
- How much water does Low Poppymallow need?
- This prairie native is very drought tolerant once established, requiring minimal supplemental watering and thriving in low to moderate moisture conditions.
- Is Low Poppymallow toxic to livestock?
- The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Low Poppymallow as toxic to livestock.
- Is Low Poppymallow HOA-friendly?
- Low Poppymallow is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low 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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