How much sun does Shortray Fleabane need?

Shortray Fleabane grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Shortray Fleabane bloom?

Shortray Fleabane blooms in May, June, July, and August.

Where is Shortray Fleabane native?

Shortray Fleabane (Erigeron lonchophyllus) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 11 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Shortray Fleabane attract?

Shortray Fleabane draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.

Is Shortray Fleabane HOA-friendly?

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

Shortray Fleabane

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Erigeron lonchophyllus

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Shortray Fleabane (Erigeron lonchophyllus) 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

low

Size

4"–24" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, ID and 11 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies, beetles

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Shortray fleabane is a compact native perennial that produces small daisy-like flowers from late spring through summer. This low-growing wildflower forms neat clumps and thrives in full sun with minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Shortray Fleabane 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.

Name contains 'fleabane' which sounds weedy
Small flowers may appear too wild for formal landscapes
Unknown leaf retention creates uncertainty about winter appearance

Wildlife value

The abundant small flowers attract a diverse range of pollinators including native bees, butterflies, and beneficial beetles throughout the long blooming season.

Common questions

How much sun does Shortray Fleabane need?: Shortray Fleabane grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Shortray Fleabane bloom?: Shortray Fleabane blooms in May, June, July, and August.
Where is Shortray Fleabane native?: Shortray Fleabane (Erigeron lonchophyllus) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 11 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Shortray Fleabane attract?: Shortray Fleabane draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.
Is Shortray Fleabane HOA-friendly?: Shortray Fleabane 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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