Pennsylvania Pellitory
Parietaria pensylvanica
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
4"–20" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, CA and 41 more states
Pollinators
beetles, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Pennsylvania pellitory is a small annual wildflower that grows in clumps with small, inconspicuous flowers from spring through late summer. This native plant thrives in partial shade and prefers medium moisture conditions, making it suitable for woodland gardens or shaded borders.
In an HOA neighborhood
Pennsylvania Pellitory 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 weedy appearance with inconspicuous flowers
- Annual nature means gaps and inconsistent coverage
- Common name includes 'pellitory' which sounds like a weed
Wildlife value
The small flowers attract beetles and flies throughout the growing season. As an annual, it provides consistent nectar sources during its extended bloom period.
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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