Oneflower Fleabane
Erigeron uniflorus
Last reviewed: August 2026
Toxicity unknown
Oneflower Fleabane (Erigeron uniflorus) 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
2"–8" H × 2"–6" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Native alternatives to Oneflower Fleabane
Oneflower Fleabane is not native to the United States. These natives fill a similar role in a planting, matched on bloom season, bloom color and mature size.
Before you buy
Your city may pay you to plant this
Cities and water utilities offer rebates for replacing lawn with native and water-wise plants. We track 452 programs across 44 states, each with a link to the provider and the date we last checked it.
Find rebates in your areaOneflower fleabane is a compact alpine perennial that forms low mats of small daisy-like flowers. This diminutive wildflower blooms in summer with white to pale pink petals surrounding yellow centers, creating a delicate carpet effect in sunny locations.
In an HOA neighborhood
Oneflower Fleabane 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.
- Very small size may appear sparse or weedy in formal settings
- Natural wild appearance doesn't match typical landscaping expectations
- May be difficult to distinguish from common weeds
Wildlife value
The small daisy flowers attract native bees and butterflies during the summer blooming period. Its compact size makes it valuable for smaller pollinators that prefer low-growing nectar sources.
Common questions
- How much sun does Oneflower Fleabane need?
- Oneflower Fleabane grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Oneflower Fleabane bloom?
- Oneflower Fleabane blooms in July and August.
- What pollinators does Oneflower Fleabane attract?
- Oneflower Fleabane draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Oneflower Fleabane HOA-friendly?
- Oneflower Fleabane takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
If something looks wrong
Common plant problems, and what to check first
These come up on almost any plant. Each guide lists the likely causes in the order they are worth ruling out, with one thing to check before you act on any of them, and links to the source it came from.
- It is dying right after planting
- Leaves turning yellow
- Wilting even though I watered it
- Brown crispy leaf tips
- Bugs on the plant
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