Ragleaf Bahia
Bahia dissecta
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
UT
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Ragleaf bahia is a low-growing annual wildflower with finely divided, lacy foliage and bright yellow daisy-like flowers. It blooms prolifically from late spring through summer, creating cheerful patches of color in dry, sunny areas. This drought-tolerant plant readily self-seeds and naturalizes in suitable conditions.
In an HOA neighborhood
Ragleaf Bahia 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.
- Annual nature means gaps and bare spots when plants die
- Self-seeding habit can appear uncontrolled
- May look weedy or unkempt to traditional gardeners
Wildlife value
The abundant yellow flowers attract native bees and beneficial beetles throughout the long blooming season. As an annual that sets seed, it also provides food for seed-eating birds in fall.
Common questions
- How much sun does Ragleaf Bahia need?
- Ragleaf Bahia grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Ragleaf Bahia bloom?
- Ragleaf Bahia blooms in May, June, July, and August.
- Where is Ragleaf Bahia native?
- Ragleaf Bahia (Bahia dissecta) is native to UT, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Ragleaf Bahia attract?
- Ragleaf Bahia draws bees and beetles.
- Is Ragleaf Bahia HOA-friendly?
- Ragleaf Bahia takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
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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