Whiteflower Leafcup
Polymnia canadensis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
12"–48" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, CT, GA and 19 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Whiteflower leafcup is a native woodland perennial that produces clusters of small white flowers from June through August. This woodland plant thrives in partial shade with medium moisture and forms clumps 1-4 feet tall with a modest spread.
In an HOA neighborhood
Whiteflower Leafcup 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.
- Large leaves can appear coarse and informal
- May look unkempt as it goes dormant
- Not commonly recognized as an ornamental plant
Wildlife value
The summer blooms attract bees, butterflies, and beetles, providing nectar during peak growing season. Seeds may also provide food for birds in late summer and fall.
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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