How much sun does Orange Sneezeweed need?

Orange Sneezeweed grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Orange Sneezeweed bloom?

Orange Sneezeweed blooms in July, August, and September.

Where is Orange Sneezeweed native?

Orange Sneezeweed (Hymenoxys hoopesii) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 5 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Orange Sneezeweed attract?

Orange Sneezeweed draws bees and butterflies.

Is Orange Sneezeweed HOA-friendly?

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

Orange Sneezeweed

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Hymenoxys hoopesii

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Orange Sneezeweed (Hymenoxys hoopesii) 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.

Orange Sneezeweed is listed as toxic to grazing livestock such as cattle, sheep, and goats by the USDA ARS Poisonous Plant Research Laboratory (opens in new tab). This is a livestock indicator and is separate from pet toxicity.

Light

full sun

Water

medium

Size

12"–36" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, ID and 5 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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A clumping perennial with long, lance-shaped basal leaves and daisy-like golden-orange flowers with drooping rays around a rounded center. Grows in moist mountain meadows and openings.

In an HOA neighborhood

Orange Sneezeweed is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.

Works well in: meadow plantings, border edges, backyard habitat areas.

Wildlife value

Late-summer flowers provide nectar for native bees and butterflies.

Common questions

How much sun does Orange Sneezeweed need?: Orange Sneezeweed grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Orange Sneezeweed bloom?: Orange Sneezeweed blooms in July, August, and September.
Where is Orange Sneezeweed native?: Orange Sneezeweed (Hymenoxys hoopesii) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 5 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
Is Orange Sneezeweed toxic to livestock?: Orange Sneezeweed is listed as toxic to grazing livestock such as cattle, sheep, and goats by the USDA ARS Poisonous Plant Research Laboratory. This is separate from pet (dog and cat) toxicity.
What pollinators does Orange Sneezeweed attract?: Orange Sneezeweed draws bees and butterflies.
Is Orange Sneezeweed HOA-friendly?: Orange Sneezeweed is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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