Scurfy Pea
Psoralidium tenuiflorum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
TX
Pollinators
bees, moths
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Scurfy Pea is a compact native perennial that produces small purple flowers from spring through late summer. This drought-tolerant plant forms neat clumps and goes dormant in winter, making it a reliable choice for water-wise landscapes.
In an HOA neighborhood
Scurfy Pea is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The long blooming period provides nectar for native bees and moths throughout most of the growing season. As a legume, it also helps fix nitrogen in the soil.
Common questions
- How much sun does Scurfy Pea need?
- Scurfy Pea grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Scurfy Pea bloom?
- Scurfy Pea blooms in March, April, May, June, July, and August.
- Where is Scurfy Pea native?
- Scurfy Pea (Psoralidium tenuiflorum) is native to TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Scurfy Pea attract?
- Scurfy Pea draws bees and moths.
- Is Scurfy Pea HOA-friendly?
- Scurfy Pea is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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