How much sun does Narrowleaf Puccoon need?

Narrowleaf Puccoon grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Narrowleaf Puccoon bloom?

Narrowleaf Puccoon blooms in March, April, and May.

Where is Narrowleaf Puccoon native?

Narrowleaf Puccoon (Lithospermum incisum) is native to AR, AZ, CA, CO and 20 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Narrowleaf Puccoon attract?

Narrowleaf Puccoon draws butterflies, bees, and moths.

Is Narrowleaf Puccoon HOA-friendly?

Narrowleaf Puccoon is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Narrowleaf Puccoon

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Lithospermum incisum

Last reviewed: October 2026

Toxicity unknown

Narrowleaf Puccoon (Lithospermum incisum) 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

full sun

Water

low

Size

6"–16" H × 6"–15" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May

Native to

AR, AZ, CA, CO and 20 more states

Pollinators

butterflies, bees, moths

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Try it with your yard

Narrowleaf Puccoon is a compact native perennial that produces bright yellow trumpet-shaped flowers in spring. This drought-tolerant plant forms neat, low mounds with narrow leaves and requires minimal care once established. It goes dormant in summer heat, returning reliably each spring.

In an HOA neighborhood

Narrowleaf Puccoon is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

The bright yellow flowers attract native bees, butterflies, and moths during the spring blooming period. This plant provides important early-season nectar when few other native plants are flowering.

Common questions

How much sun does Narrowleaf Puccoon need?: Narrowleaf Puccoon grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Narrowleaf Puccoon bloom?: Narrowleaf Puccoon blooms in March, April, and May.
Where is Narrowleaf Puccoon native?: Narrowleaf Puccoon (Lithospermum incisum) is native to AR, AZ, CA, CO and 20 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Narrowleaf Puccoon attract?: Narrowleaf Puccoon draws butterflies, bees, and moths.
Is Narrowleaf Puccoon HOA-friendly?: Narrowleaf Puccoon is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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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