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Smallflower Wrightwort

Carlowrightia parviflora

Last reviewed: November 2026

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Smallflower Wrightwort (Carlowrightia parviflora)
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Toxicity unknown

Smallflower Wrightwort (Carlowrightia parviflora) 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

12"–24" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

TX

Pollinators

butterflies, nectar insects

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Southern Texas PlainsWestern Gulf Coastal Plain

Smallflower Wrightwort is a compact native perennial that forms neat, low mounds with small leaves and tiny white or pale purple flowers. It blooms reliably from spring through fall and maintains a tidy appearance year-round with minimal care.

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In an HOA neighborhood

Smallflower Wrightwort is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

The long blooming period provides nectar for butterflies and other beneficial insects from March through November. Its consistent flower production makes it a reliable pollinator resource throughout most of the growing season.

Common questions

How much sun does Smallflower Wrightwort need?
Smallflower Wrightwort grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Smallflower Wrightwort bloom?
Smallflower Wrightwort blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Where is Smallflower Wrightwort native?
Smallflower Wrightwort (Carlowrightia parviflora) is native to TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Smallflower Wrightwort attract?
Smallflower Wrightwort draws butterflies and nectar insects.
Is Smallflower Wrightwort HOA-friendly?
Smallflower Wrightwort is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

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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