Lyreleaf Greeneyes
Berlandiera lyrata
Last reviewed: July 2026
Berlandiera lyrata (Lyreleaf Greeneyes) is a drought-tolerant wildflower native to the southwestern United States that blooms from May through September with bright yellow daisy-like flowers.
The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Lyreleaf Greeneyes as toxic to livestock.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AZ, CO, KS, NM and 2 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Chocolate-flower is a compact native perennial with bright yellow daisy-like blooms that smell like chocolate in the morning. It forms neat mounds and blooms reliably from late spring through fall with minimal care.
Growing Lyreleaf Greeneyes
Grow Lyreleaf Greeneyes in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 12 to 24 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
Lyreleaf Greeneyes is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Goes dormant in winter leaving bare ground
Wildlife value
The long blooming period provides nectar for bees, butterflies, and beneficial beetles throughout the growing season.
Common questions
- When does Berlandiera lyrata bloom?
- Lyreleaf Greeneyes blooms from May through September, producing yellow flowers that attract various pollinators throughout the growing season.
- What pollinators visit Berlandiera lyrata?
- Lyreleaf Greeneyes attracts bees, butterflies, and beetles, making it valuable for supporting diverse pollinator populations in native plant gardens.
- Where is Berlandiera lyrata native?
- Lyreleaf Greeneyes is native to Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas, thriving in the arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States.
- What growing conditions does Berlandiera lyrata prefer?
- Lyreleaf Greeneyes grows best in full sun with low water requirements, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and drought-tolerant landscapes.
- Is Lyreleaf Greeneyes toxic to livestock?
- The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Lyreleaf Greeneyes as toxic to livestock.
- Is Lyreleaf Greeneyes HOA-friendly?
- Lyreleaf Greeneyes 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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