How much sun does Sacramento Burbark need?

Sacramento Burbark grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Sacramento Burbark bloom?

Sacramento Burbark blooms in May, June, July, August, and September.

Where is Sacramento Burbark native?

Sacramento Burbark (Triumfetta semitriloba) is native to FL, GA, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Sacramento Burbark attract?

Sacramento Burbark draws bees and butterflies.

Is Sacramento Burbark HOA-friendly?

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

Sacramento Burbark

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Triumfetta semitriloba

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Sacramento Burbark (Triumfetta semitriloba) 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"–60" H × 24"–48" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

FL, GA

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Sacramento burbark is a medium-sized shrub that produces small yellow flowers from late spring through fall. It grows in a somewhat open, branching form and attracts pollinators throughout its long blooming season.

In an HOA neighborhood

Sacramento Burbark 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.

Has a weedy, unstructured appearance
Small flowers may not provide obvious ornamental impact
Branching habit can look unkempt

Wildlife value

The extended flowering period from May through September provides nectar for bees and butterflies. This native plant supports local pollinator populations with consistent blooms during warm months.

Common questions

How much sun does Sacramento Burbark need?: Sacramento Burbark grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Sacramento Burbark bloom?: Sacramento Burbark blooms in May, June, July, August, and September.
Where is Sacramento Burbark native?: Sacramento Burbark (Triumfetta semitriloba) is native to FL, GA, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Sacramento Burbark attract?: Sacramento Burbark draws bees and butterflies.
Is Sacramento Burbark HOA-friendly?: Sacramento Burbark 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 vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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