Small Palafox
Palafoxia callosa
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
180"–24" H × 3"–6" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
AR, LA, MO, TX
Pollinators
butterflies, nectar insects
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Small palafox is a slender annual wildflower that produces clusters of small pink to purple daisy-like blooms from summer through late fall. This delicate Texas native grows tall and narrow, making it useful for adding vertical interest and seasonal color to native plantings.
In an HOA neighborhood
Small Palafox is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Requires seasonal replanting
- May have messy dieback
Wildlife value
The long blooming period provides nectar for butterflies and other beneficial insects from midsummer through the first frost. Its extended flowering season makes it particularly valuable for late-season pollinators.
Common questions
- How much sun does Small Palafox need?
- Small Palafox grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Small Palafox bloom?
- Small Palafox blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- Where is Small Palafox native?
- Small Palafox (Palafoxia callosa) is native to AR, LA, MO, TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Small Palafox attract?
- Small Palafox draws butterflies and nectar insects.
- Is Small Palafox HOA-friendly?
- Small Palafox is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate 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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