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Sixangle Foldwing

Dicliptera sexangularis

Last reviewed: October 2026

Sixangle Foldwing (Dicliptera sexangularis)
Photo: (c) johnyochum, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by johnyochum

Toxicity unknown

Sixangle Foldwing (Dicliptera sexangularis) 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

low

Size

24"–48" H × 12"–36" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May

Native to

FL, TX

Pollinators

hummingbirds

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Sixangle Foldwing is a native Texas perennial that produces small tubular flowers from March through May. This drought-tolerant plant grows 2-4 feet tall with a somewhat open, branching habit and prefers partial sun conditions.

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In an HOA neighborhood

Sixangle Foldwing is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.

Works well in: mid zone.

  • May flop without support
  • Best in less formal zones

Wildlife value

This plant is particularly valuable for attracting hummingbirds with its tubular spring blooms. It also provides nectar for other pollinators during its extended flowering period.

Common questions

How much sun does Sixangle Foldwing need?
Sixangle Foldwing grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Sixangle Foldwing bloom?
Sixangle Foldwing blooms in March, April, and May.
Where is Sixangle Foldwing native?
Sixangle Foldwing (Dicliptera sexangularis) is native to FL, TX, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Sixangle Foldwing attract?
Sixangle Foldwing draws hummingbirds.
Is Sixangle Foldwing HOA-friendly?
Sixangle Foldwing is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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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