Pineland-ginseng
Tetragonotheca helianthoides
Last reviewed: July 2026
Toxicity unknown
Pineland-ginseng (Tetragonotheca helianthoides) 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
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, FL, GA, MS and 4 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
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Pineland-ginseng is a compact native wildflower that produces bright yellow, four-petaled blooms from late spring through summer. This low-growing perennial forms neat clumps and works well as a border plant or groundcover in partially shaded areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Pineland-ginseng is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: foundation, mid zone.
- May appear too informal for conservative front yards
- Unknown dormant season appearance could be concerning
Wildlife value
The cheerful yellow flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beetles throughout the long blooming season. This native plant provides reliable nectar sources during the active summer months.
Common questions
- How much sun does Pineland-ginseng need?
- Pineland-ginseng grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Pineland-ginseng bloom?
- Pineland-ginseng blooms in May, June, July, and August.
- Where is Pineland-ginseng native?
- Pineland-ginseng (Tetragonotheca helianthoides) is native to AL, FL, GA, MS and 4 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Pineland-ginseng attract?
- Pineland-ginseng draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.
- Is Pineland-ginseng HOA-friendly?
- Pineland-ginseng 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.
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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