Spotted Pipsissewa
Chimaphila maculata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
4"–10" H × 4"–8" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AZ, CT, DE and 22 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Spotted pipsissewa is a low-growing evergreen groundcover with distinctive white-veined leaves and small white to pink flowers. This woodland native forms neat colonies under 10 inches tall, making it excellent for shaded areas where grass struggles. The waxy leaves provide year-round interest while summer blooms add delicate color.
In an HOA neighborhood
Spotted Pipsissewa is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, mid zone.
Wildlife value
Summer flowers attract native bees and beetles during the bloom period from June through August.
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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