How much sun does Rosy Camphorweed need?

Rosy Camphorweed grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Rosy Camphorweed bloom?

Rosy Camphorweed blooms in June, July, August, September, and October.

Where is Rosy Camphorweed native?

Rosy Camphorweed (Pluchea baccharis) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 4 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Rosy Camphorweed attract?

Rosy Camphorweed draws bees, butterflies, and moths.

Is Rosy Camphorweed HOA-friendly?

Rosy Camphorweed takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Rosy Camphorweed

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Pluchea baccharis

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Rosy Camphorweed (Pluchea baccharis) 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

medium

Size

24"–48" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Native to

AL, FL, GA, LA and 4 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies, moths

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Rosy camphorweed is a native perennial that produces clusters of small, rosy-pink flowers from summer through fall. This upright plant grows 2-4 feet tall with a compact spread, making it suitable for borders and mixed plantings.

In an HOA neighborhood

Rosy Camphorweed 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.

Common name includes 'weed' which raises HOA concerns
May appear informal or wild to traditional landscaping preferences
Potential for self-seeding could be viewed as messy

Wildlife value

The long blooming period from June through October provides consistent nectar for bees, butterflies, and moths. This plant is particularly valuable for late-season pollinators when other flowers may be scarce.

Common questions

How much sun does Rosy Camphorweed need?: Rosy Camphorweed grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Rosy Camphorweed bloom?: Rosy Camphorweed blooms in June, July, August, September, and October.
Where is Rosy Camphorweed native?: Rosy Camphorweed (Pluchea baccharis) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 4 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Rosy Camphorweed attract?: Rosy Camphorweed draws bees, butterflies, and moths.
Is Rosy Camphorweed HOA-friendly?: Rosy Camphorweed 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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