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 AZ, CA, CO, NM and 4 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

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.

Ragleaf Bahia

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Bahia dissecta

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Ragleaf Bahia (Bahia dissecta) 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

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–24" H × 12"–18" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, NM and 4 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

Southern California Mountains Central Basin and Range Mojave Basin and Range Northwestern Forested Mountains North American Deserts Southern Rockies Arizona/New Mexico Mountains Chihuahuan Deserts Southwestern Tablelands Madrean Archipelago

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 AZ, CA, CO, NM and 4 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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