Staining Collomia
Collomia tinctoria
Last reviewed: June 2026
Toxicity unknown
Staining Collomia (Collomia tinctoria) 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
8"–24" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
CA, ID, MT, NV and 3 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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Staining collomia is a compact annual wildflower that produces clusters of small, tubular flowers in shades of pink, purple, or white during summer months. This low-water native thrives in full sun and maintains a tidy, upright growth habit throughout the growing season.
In an HOA neighborhood
Staining Collomia takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Annual nature means seasonal gaps in coverage
- May be perceived as weedy by conservative HOAs
- Small stature can appear unkempt in formal landscapes
Wildlife value
The tubular flowers attract bees and butterflies during its June through August bloom period. Its compact size makes it a good choice for pollinator gardens in smaller spaces.
Common questions
- How much sun does Staining Collomia need?
- Staining Collomia grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Staining Collomia bloom?
- Staining Collomia blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Staining Collomia native?
- Staining Collomia (Collomia tinctoria) is native to CA, ID, MT, NV and 3 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Staining Collomia attract?
- Staining Collomia draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Staining Collomia HOA-friendly?
- Staining Collomia takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
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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