Nondo
Ligusticum canadense
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, GA, IL and 12 more states
Pollinators
bees, flies, beetles
Nondo is a native wildflower in the carrot family with delicate, fern-like foliage and clusters of small white flowers in summer. This shade-loving perennial forms compact clumps and naturally occurs in moist woodlands throughout the Southeast. The plant dies back to the ground in winter and emerges again in spring.
In an HOA neighborhood
Nondo 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.
- Has a wild, weedy appearance that looks unkempt
- Small white flowers may appear insignificant to non-gardeners
- Foliage can look messy or informal in maintained landscapes
Wildlife value
The umbrella-shaped flower clusters attract various beneficial insects including native bees, flies, and beetles during its summer bloom period. The seeds may provide food for small birds and wildlife.
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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