Pink Thoroughwort
Fleischmannia incarnata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, FL, GA and 14 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Fleischmannia incarnata is a native perennial wildflower that produces clusters of small white to pale pink flowers from July through September. This compact plant forms neat clumps and works well in naturalized areas or mixed perennial borders.
In an HOA neighborhood
Pink Thoroughwort 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.
- Appears weedy and informal even when blooming
- Dies back completely in winter leaving bare spots
- Small flowers may be perceived as insignificant
Wildlife value
The flowers attract various bees and butterflies during the late summer blooming period. Seeds may also provide food for small birds in fall.
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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