How much sun does Stalked Popcornflower need?

Stalked Popcornflower grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Stalked Popcornflower bloom?

Stalked Popcornflower blooms in April, May, and June.

Where is Stalked Popcornflower native?

Stalked Popcornflower (Plagiobothrys stipitatus) is native to AZ, CA, NV, OR, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Stalked Popcornflower attract?

Stalked Popcornflower draws bees, beetles, and flies.

Is Stalked Popcornflower HOA-friendly?

Stalked Popcornflower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Stalked Popcornflower

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Plagiobothrys stipitatus

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Stalked Popcornflower (Plagiobothrys stipitatus) 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

4"–12" H × 2"–8" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun

Native to

AZ, CA, NV, OR

Pollinators

bees, beetles, flies

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Stalked popcornflower is a small annual wildflower that produces clusters of tiny white flowers from spring through early summer. This low-growing native reaches only 4-12 inches tall and thrives in sunny, dry conditions with minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Stalked Popcornflower takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Annual dies back completely after blooming
Very small flowers may appear weedy to traditional gardeners
Can self-seed unpredictably

Wildlife value

The small white flowers attract various pollinators including native bees, beetles, and flies during its spring to early summer bloom period.

Common questions

How much sun does Stalked Popcornflower need?: Stalked Popcornflower grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Stalked Popcornflower bloom?: Stalked Popcornflower blooms in April, May, and June.
Where is Stalked Popcornflower native?: Stalked Popcornflower (Plagiobothrys stipitatus) is native to AZ, CA, NV, OR, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Stalked Popcornflower attract?: Stalked Popcornflower draws bees, beetles, and flies.
Is Stalked Popcornflower HOA-friendly?: Stalked Popcornflower 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 the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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