White Rosinweed
Silphium albiflorum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Silphium albiflorum (White Rosinweed) is a native Texas forb that blooms from March through August with white flowers. This drought-tolerant wildflower attracts butterflies, bees, and other nectar-seeking insects in full sun conditions.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
TX
Pollinators
butterflies, bees, nectar insects
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White Rosinweed is a compact native perennial that produces cheerful white daisy-like flowers from spring through late summer. This drought-tolerant plant forms neat clumps and stays relatively low, making it manageable in cultivated landscapes.
Growing White Rosinweed
Grow White Rosinweed in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 12 to 36 inches tall and spread 12 to 36 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
White Rosinweed is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The long blooming period provides nectar for butterflies, native bees, and other beneficial insects from March through August. This extended flowering season makes it particularly valuable for supporting pollinators throughout the growing season.
Common questions
- When does White Rosinweed bloom?
- Silphium albiflorum blooms from March through August, providing nectar for pollinators across much of the growing season.
- What pollinators visit White Rosinweed?
- White Rosinweed attracts butterflies, bees, and various nectar-feeding insects with its white flowers during the extended bloom period.
- Where is White Rosinweed native?
- Silphium albiflorum is native to Texas, where it grows naturally in prairie and open grassland habitats.
- What growing conditions does White Rosinweed prefer?
- This native forb thrives in full sun with low water requirements, making it well-suited for drought-tolerant landscaping and natural areas.
- Is White Rosinweed HOA-friendly?
- White Rosinweed is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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