Texas-pea
Astragalus nuttallianus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Texas-pea (Astragalus nuttallianus) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org, last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–16" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, CA and 8 more states
Pollinators
bees
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Texas-pea is a low-growing annual wildflower that produces small pea-like blooms in spring. This compact native plant thrives in full sun with minimal water requirements.
In an HOA neighborhood
Texas-pea 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 lifecycle creates gaps when plants die back
- Small stature may appear weedy in formal settings
- Unknown dormancy appearance creates maintenance uncertainty
Wildlife value
Provides nectar and pollen for native bees during its spring blooming period from March through May.
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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