Sea Ox-eye Daisy
Borrichia frutescens
Last reviewed: June 2026
Borrichia frutescens (Sea Ox-eye Daisy) is a salt-tolerant native wildflower blooming year-round along the southeastern US coast from Maryland to Texas, attracting butterflies, bees, and moths with bright yellow daisy-like flowers.
The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Sea Ox-eye Daisy as toxic to livestock.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
24"–48" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Native to
AL, FL, GA, LA and 6 more states
Pollinators
butterflies, bees, moths, nectar insects
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Sea Ox-eye Daisy is a compact coastal native that produces cheerful yellow daisy-like flowers nearly year-round. This drought-tolerant perennial maintains a bushy, semi-evergreen form and thrives in full sun with minimal water once established.
Growing Sea Ox-eye Daisy
Grow Sea Ox-eye Daisy in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 24 to 48 inches tall and spread 12 to 24 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Sea Ox-eye Daisy is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.
Works well in: mid zone, backyard only.
- May flop without support
- Best in less formal zones
Wildlife value
The extended bloom period from January through December provides nectar for butterflies, bees, moths, and other beneficial insects. This makes it an excellent pollinator plant that supports wildlife throughout most of the year.
Common questions
- Where does Borrichia frutescens naturally grow?
- Sea Ox-eye Daisy is native to coastal areas of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.
- When does Sea Ox-eye Daisy bloom?
- Borrichia frutescens blooms throughout the year in suitable climates, producing yellow daisy-like flowers from January through December.
- What pollinators visit Sea Ox-eye Daisy?
- The flowers attract various pollinators including butterflies, bees, moths, and other nectar-feeding insects.
- What growing conditions does Borrichia frutescens prefer?
- Sea Ox-eye Daisy thrives in full sun with low water requirements, making it well-adapted to coastal and drought-prone environments.
- Is Sea Ox-eye Daisy toxic to livestock?
- The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Sea Ox-eye Daisy as toxic to livestock.
- Is Sea Ox-eye Daisy HOA-friendly?
- Sea Ox-eye Daisy 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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