How much sun does Tumbling-Ringwing need?

Tumbling-Ringwing grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Tumbling-Ringwing bloom?

Tumbling-Ringwing blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Tumbling-Ringwing native?

Tumbling-Ringwing (Cycloloma atriplicifolium) is native to AL, AR, CA, CO and 36 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Tumbling-Ringwing attract?

Tumbling-Ringwing draws bees and beetles.

Is Tumbling-Ringwing HOA-friendly?

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

Tumbling-Ringwing

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Cycloloma atriplicifolium

Last reviewed: July 2026

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–36" H × 6"–24" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AL, AR, CA, CO and 36 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

Browse plants for this ecoregion

Mojave Basin and Range Chihuahuan Deserts Central Oklahoma/Texas Plains East Central Texas Plains South Central Plains Sonoran Basin and Range

Cycloloma atriplicifolium is a lesser-known native annual that forms a bushy, rounded plant with small, inconspicuous flowers. This drought-tolerant wildflower thrives in sandy or disturbed soils and blooms throughout the summer months. It's primarily valued for its wildlife benefits rather than ornamental appeal.

In an HOA neighborhood

Tumbling-Ringwing 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.

Inconspicuous flowers appear weedy to many
Annual nature creates gaps in plantings
Common name 'winged pigweed' suggests weedy appearance

Wildlife value

This plant provides nectar for native bees and beetles during its summer blooming period. As a native annual, it also contributes to the local ecosystem by supporting specialized insects that depend on indigenous plant species.

Common questions

How much sun does Tumbling-Ringwing need?: Tumbling-Ringwing grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Tumbling-Ringwing bloom?: Tumbling-Ringwing blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Tumbling-Ringwing native?: Tumbling-Ringwing (Cycloloma atriplicifolium) is native to AL, AR, CA, CO and 36 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Tumbling-Ringwing attract?: Tumbling-Ringwing draws bees and beetles.
Is Tumbling-Ringwing HOA-friendly?: Tumbling-Ringwing 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 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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