How much sun does Tetrapteron graciliflorum need?

Tetrapteron graciliflorum grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Tetrapteron graciliflorum bloom?

Tetrapteron graciliflorum blooms in March, April, and May.

Where is Tetrapteron graciliflorum native?

Tetrapteron graciliflorum is native to CA, OR, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Tetrapteron graciliflorum attract?

Tetrapteron graciliflorum draws bees.

Tetrapteron graciliflorum

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Last reviewed: October 2026

Tetrapteron graciliflorum is a annual forb native to CA, OR. It blooms in March, April, and May. The flowers draw bees.

Toxicity unknown

Tetrapteron graciliflorum 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 × 4"–8" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May

Native to

CA, OR

Pollinators

bees

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A small low-growing annual forb with narrow leaves and delicate cup-shaped yellow flowers that fade to orange with age. Found in open sandy and gravelly ground.

Growing Tetrapteron graciliflorum

Grow Tetrapteron graciliflorum in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 4 to 12 inches tall and spread 4 to 8 inches wide.

Wildlife value

Small flowers offer minor spring forage for native bees in sandy openings.

Common questions

How much sun does Tetrapteron graciliflorum need?: Tetrapteron graciliflorum grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Tetrapteron graciliflorum bloom?: Tetrapteron graciliflorum blooms in March, April, and May.
Where is Tetrapteron graciliflorum native?: Tetrapteron graciliflorum is native to CA, OR, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Tetrapteron graciliflorum attract?: Tetrapteron graciliflorum draws bees.

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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