How much sun does Small flowered soaproot need?

Small flowered soaproot grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Small flowered soaproot bloom?

Small flowered soaproot blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Small flowered soaproot native?

Small flowered soaproot (Chlorogalum parviflorum) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Small flowered soaproot attract?

Small flowered soaproot draws bees and moths.

Small flowered soaproot

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Chlorogalum parviflorum

Last reviewed: November 2026

Small flowered soaproot (Chlorogalum parviflorum) is a perennial forb native to CA. It blooms in May, June, and July. The flowers draw bees and moths.

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Toxicity unknown

Small flowered soaproot (Chlorogalum parviflorum) 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

12"–36" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

Pollinators

bees, moths

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

Southern California/Northern Baja Coast

Bulb-forming perennial with wavy-edged strap-like leaves and tall slender flower stalks bearing small white to pale pink flowers that open in the evening, growing on dry grassy and rocky slopes.

Growing Small flowered soaproot

Grow Small flowered soaproot in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 12 to 36 inches tall and spread 6 to 12 inches wide.

Wildlife value

Evening-opening flowers attract night-flying moths as well as bees during the day.

Common questions

How much sun does Small flowered soaproot need?: Small flowered soaproot grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Small flowered soaproot bloom?: Small flowered soaproot blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Small flowered soaproot native?: Small flowered soaproot (Chlorogalum parviflorum) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Small flowered soaproot attract?: Small flowered soaproot draws bees and moths.

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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