Tuber Starwort
Pseudostellaria jamesiana
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 3"–8" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
OR
Pollinators
bees, beetles
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Tuber starwort is a low-growing native wildflower that forms small clumps in partially shaded areas. It produces delicate white star-shaped flowers from April through June, then may go dormant in summer heat. This woodland perennial spreads slowly and works well as a groundcover in naturalized areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Tuber Starwort 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.
- Extremely small size makes it appear sparse in formal settings
- Wildflower appearance may be deemed too informal
- May disappear or look patchy in maintained landscapes
Wildlife value
The spring flowers attract native bees and beetles during an important early season blooming period. Its low growth habit provides shelter for beneficial ground-dwelling insects.
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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