Roundfruit Hedgehyssop
Gratiola virginiana
Last reviewed: August 2026
Toxicity unknown
Roundfruit Hedgehyssop (Gratiola virginiana) 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
high
Size
4"–12" H × 3"–8" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, DE, FL and 22 more states
Pollinators
bees, flies
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Roundfruit hedgehyssop is a small native perennial that forms low mats in moist areas. It produces tiny white flowers throughout the summer months and thrives in consistently wet soils where many other plants struggle.
In an HOA neighborhood
Roundfruit Hedgehyssop takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very small scale makes it appear weedy
- High water needs may cause irregular growth
- Unknown leaf retention creates uncertainty about winter appearance
Wildlife value
This plant supports various pollinators including native bees and beneficial flies during its extended bloom period from May through August.
Common questions
- How much sun does Roundfruit Hedgehyssop need?
- Roundfruit Hedgehyssop grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Roundfruit Hedgehyssop bloom?
- Roundfruit Hedgehyssop blooms in May, June, July, and August.
- Where is Roundfruit Hedgehyssop native?
- Roundfruit Hedgehyssop (Gratiola virginiana) is native to AL, AR, DE, FL and 22 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
- What pollinators does Roundfruit Hedgehyssop attract?
- Roundfruit Hedgehyssop draws bees and flies.
- Is Roundfruit Hedgehyssop HOA-friendly?
- Roundfruit Hedgehyssop 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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