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2 | Abies amabilis | ABAM | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Loved for its tall, pyramid-like shape and lush, fragrant needles, this evergreen thrives in cool, moist conditions. In spring, you'll find bees drawn to its cones. While providing nesting for birds, it also serves as a source of timber. Its bark can be used as a natural remedy too. | 2.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree | Pacific Silver Fir | Abies amabilis | AK, CA, OR, WA | Yellow | No | May–Jun | 50 | 25 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | Low | Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Pinaceae | L48 (N), AK (N), CAN (N) | Long | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Evergreen | None | 3.3–6 | Low | Slow | Spring, Summer | None | No | None | Low/ | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Achytonix praeacuta, Acleris gloverana, Acleris variana, Agrochola pulchella, Apotomops wellingtoniana, Archips packardiana, Argyrotaenia niscana, Barbara colfaxiana, Caripeta divisata, Choristoneura fumiferana, Choristoneura occidentalis, Choristoneura orae, Cladara limitaria, Dioryctria reniculella, Ectropis crepuscularia, Enypia packardata, Enypia venata, Epirrita autumnata omissa, Epirrita pulchraria, Eupithecia annulata, Eupithecia filmata, Eupithecia harrisonata, Eupithecia longipalpata, Eupithecia luteata bifasciata, Eupithecia olivacea, Eupithecia palpata, Eupithecia transcanadata, Eupithecia unicolor, Feralia jocosa, Gabriola dyari, Hydriomena irata, Lambdina fiscellaria lugubrosa, Lophocampa argentata, Melanolophia imitata, Mniotype miniota, Neoalcis californiaria, Nepytia phantasmaria, Panthea portlandia - group, Pero behrensaria, Pero morrisonaria, Phlogophora periculosa, Promylea lunigerella, Protoboarmia porcelaria indicataria, Semiothisa granitata, Semiothisa granitata-group, Spiramater lutra, Stenoporpia albescens, Synaxis pallulata, Syngrapha alias, Syngrapha rectangula, Syngrapha selecta, Thallophaga hyperborea, Xestia homogena, Xestia mustelina, Zeiraphera diniana, Zeiraphera improbana, Zeiraphera ratzeburgiana, Zeiraphera unfortunana | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Northern Rockies-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Northern Basin and Range-Alaska | Herbal/Folk Medicine, Wood Product, Landscaping | Abies | amabilis | (Douglas ex Loudon) Douglas ex Forbes | NA (L48, AK, CAN) | Gymnosperm | Pinaceae | PINACE | Pine family | Pinales | Pinopsida | Coniferophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 181824 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | No | No | No | Gray-Green | Dense | Dense | Medium | ||||||||||||||||||||
3 | Abies balsamea | ABBA | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | Go Native Trees, Musser Forests Indiana, Perennial Gardens New Bloomfield | No Article | Yes | Ideal for cold climates, this evergreen conifer thrives in moist, well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Attracting pollinators like bees, it features fragrant, resinous bark, needle-like leaves, and purple cones. Valued for timber, pulp, and essential oils, it provides shelter and food for wildlife, including birds and mammals. | 5.7 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Tree | Balsam Fir | Abies balsamea | CT, IA, IN, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VA, VT, WI, WV | Workhorse/Pollinator | Yellow | No | Jun–Aug | 40 | 25 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Wet, Moist | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | Medium | Larval Host (Butterfly); Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Herbal/Folk Medicine, Wood Product, Landscaping | Pinaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N), SPM (N) | Short | Single Stem | Conical | No Color | Evergreen | None | 4–6 | Medium | Slow | Spring, Summer | Low | No | Low | Medium/ | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Acleris gloveranus, Acleris variana, Acronicta sperata, Amorbia humerosana, Anacamptodes ephyraria, Anacamptodes vellivolata, Aplectoides condita, Archepandemis borealis, Archepandemis morrisana, Archips alberta, Archips packardiana, Archips strianus, Argyresthia abies, Argyrotaenia niscana, Argyrotaenia velutinana, Automeris io, Barbara mappana, Campaea perlata, Caripeta angustiorata, Caripeta divisata, Choristoneura fumiferana, Choristoneura occidentalis, Choristoneura pinus, Choristoneura rosaceana, Cingilia catenaria, Cladara limitaria, Clemensia albata, Clepsis persicana, Coleotechnites atrupictella, Dasychira plagiata, Dasychira vagans, Dioryctria abietivorella, Dioryctria reniculella, Dolichomia thymetusalis, Ectropis crepuscularia, Eilema bicolor, Elaphria versicolor, Endothenia albolineana, Epermenia albapunctella, Epiblema radicana, Epinotia balsameae, Epirrita autumnata henshawi, Epirrita autumnata omissa, Eucosma tocullionana, Eueretagrotis perattentus, Eufidonia discospilata, Eufidonia notataria, Eulithis explanata, Eupithecia albicapitata, Eupithecia annulata, Eupithecia filmata, Eupithecia gibsonata, Eupithecia lariciata, Eupithecia luteata, Eupithecia mutata, Eupithecia mutata mutata, Eupithecia palpata, Eupithecia transcanadata, Eutrapela clemataria, Feralia comstocki, Feralia jocosa, Griselda radicana, Hyalophora columbia columbia, Hydriomena divisdaria, Hydriomena furcata, Hydriomena renunciata, Hypagyrtis piniata, Hypoprepia fucosa, Idia aemula, Korscheltellus gracilis, Lambdina fervidaria, Lambdina fiscellaria, Lambdina fiscellaria fiscellaria, Lithophane fagina, Lithophane innominata, Lophocampa argentata, Lymantria dispar, Macaria pustularia, Malacosoma disstria, Marmara fasciella, Melanolophia canadaria, Melanolophia imitata, Melanolophia signataria, Nematocampa filamentaria, Nemoria mimosaria, Neophasia menapia, Nepytia canosaria, Nepytia semiclusaria, Nycteola revayana, Orgyia antiqua, Orgyia antiqua nova, Orgyia leucostigma, Orgyia leucostigma intermedia, Orgyia leucostigma plagiata, Orthosia hibisci, Palthis angulalis, Panthea acronyctoides, Paralobesia piceana, Peridroma saucia, Pero morrisonaria, Phlogophora periculosa, Probole amicaria, Prochoerodes transversata, Protoboarmia porcelaria, Protoboarmia porcelaria indicataria, Semiothisa bisignata, Semiothisa granitata, Semiothisa granitata-group, Semiothisa oweni, Semiothisa signaria dispuncta, Solenobia walshella, Sparganothis sulfureana, Sparganothis tristriata, Sphinx poecila, Synaxis pallulata, Syndemis afflictana, Syngrapha abstrusa, Syngrapha alias, Syngrapha rectangula, Syngrapha selecta, Syngrapha viridisigma, Tetracis cachexiata, Thallophaga hyperborea, Tolype laricis, Xestia badicollis, Xestia elimata, Xestia perquiritata, Xestia praevia, Zanclognatha cruralis, Zanclognatha minoralis, Zanclognatha protumnusalis, Zeiraphera canadensis, Zeiraphera diniana, Zeiraphera fortunana, Zeiraphera improbana, Zeiraphera ratzeburgiana, Zeiraphera unfortunana | Yes | Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Northern Piedmont-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Central Appalachians-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Abies | balsamea | (L.) Mill. | NA (L48, CAN, SPM) | Gymnosperm | Pinaceae | PINACE | Pine family | Pinales | Pinopsida | Coniferophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 18032 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | No | No | No | Green | Dense | Dense | Medium | |||||||||||||||||
4 | Abies bracteata | ABBR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A charming, evergreen tree loved by birds for its seeds. Best comes to life in well-drained, sunny locations. Mostly relies on wind for pollination. Unique tree with stunning cone-bearing branches, providing aesthetic appeal. Survived Ice Age, making it an intriguing conversation starter. Reaches up to 80 feet in height. Known for long lifespan. | 1.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree | Bristlecone Fir | Abies bracteata | CA | Yellow–Green | No | Mar | 50 | 25 | Sun | Moist, Wet | Low | Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Pinaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Cydia bracteatana | Yes | Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley | Abies | bracteata | (D. Don) D. Don ex Poit. | NA (L48) | Gymnosperm | Pinaceae | PINACE | Pine family | Pinales | Pinopsida | Coniferophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 181825 | Perennial | Tree | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
5 | Abies concolor | ABCO | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Fox Hill Gardens | WesternNativeSeed.com | No Article | Yes | A tall, elegant evergreen with soft blue-green needles. Prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Its sweet-smelling flowers attract hummingbirds. Its cones provide food for birds, while its dense foliage shelters animals. This tree saw usefulness in traditional medicine and for its evenly-burning firewood. | 4.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree | White Fir | Abies concolor | AZ, CO, ID, NM, NV, OR, UT, WY | Workhorse | Red | No | May–Jun | 50 | 25 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist, Dry | Medium | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | Low | Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Pinaceae | L48 (N) | Long | Single Stem | Conical | No Color | Evergreen | None | 5.5–7.8 | Medium | Slow | Spring, Summer | Low | No | Medium | Low/ | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Achytonix epipaschia, Acleris gloveranus, Argyrotaenia dorsalana, Argyrotaenia klotsi, Argyrotaenia provana, Barbara colfaxiana, Barbara colfaxiana siskiyouana, Chionodes abella, Choristoneura fumiferana, Choristoneura occidentalis, Choristoneura viridis, Clepsis persicana, Cydia bracteatana, Egira simplex, Enypia griseata, Epiblema radicana, Epinotia meritana, Eucosma siskiyouana, Eupithecia catalinata, Eupithecia spermaphaga, Lophocampa argentata, Nepytia freemani, Nepytia phantasmaria, Orgyia oslari, Orgyia pseudotsugata, Orgyia pseudotsugata benigna, Orgyia pseudotsugata morosa, Syngrapha celsa, Ypsolopha nella, Zeiraphera hesperiana | Yes | Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range | Abies | concolor | (Gord. & Glend.) Lindl. ex Hildebr. | NA (L48) | Gymnosperm | Pinaceae | PINACE | Pine family | Pinales | Pinopsida | Coniferophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 181826 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | No | No | No | Green | Dense | Dense | Medium | ||||||||||||||||||
6 | Abies fraseri | ABFR | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | Go Native Trees, Musser Forests Indiana | No Article | Yes | Loves full sun and good soil drainage, also tolerates cold weather. Attracts bees which love its pollen. Known as Fraser fir, often used as Christmas trees. A safe spot for birds' nests and source of food for wildlife. Pleases the eye with dark green needles and narrow shape. | 4.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree | Fraser Fir | Abies fraseri | GA, NC, TN, VA | Purple | No | Apr–May | 30 | 15 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Moist, Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | Low | Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Pinaceae | L48 (N) | Moderate | Single Stem | Erect | No Color | Evergreen | Low | 3.5–5.5 | Low | Moderate | Spring, Summer | Low | Yes | Low | Low/ | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Dioryctria abietivorella | Yes | Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley | Abies | fraseri | (Pursh) Poir. | NA (L48) | Gymnosperm | Pinaceae | PINACE | Pine family | Pinales | Pinopsida | Coniferophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 181829 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | No | No | No | Dark Green | Moderate | Moderate | Medium | ||||||||||||||||||||
7 | Abies grandis | ABGR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | A towering evergreen, perfect for spacious gardens, preferring cool, moist climates. Gorgeous cones adorn its upper branches, attracting birds like crossbills. It's loved for its fragrant needles, good for natural decor and crafts. An important shelter and food source for wildlife, it boasts a majestic height and dark green hue. | 3.7 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Tree | Grand Fir | Abies grandis | CA, ID, MT, OR, WA | Workhorse/Pollinator | Green | No | May–Jun | 100 | 30 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Moist, Dry | Medium | Seed, Container, Bare root | Medium | Larval Host (Butterfly); Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Pinaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Long | Single Stem | Conical | No Color | Evergreen | None | 4.5–7.5 | Medium | Moderate | Spring, Summer | Low | No | High | Low/ | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Achytonix praeacuta, Acleris variana, Aseptis binotata, Barbara colfaxiana, Caripeta divisata, Choristoneura fumiferana, Choristoneura occidentalis, Choristoneura viridis, Cladara limitaria, Coleotechnites atrupictella, Coleotechnites granti, Dasychira grisefacta, Ditula angustiorana, Egira perlubens, Elpiste lorquinaria, Enypia griseata, Enypia packardata, Enypia venata, Epirrita autumnata omissa, Eupithecia annulata, Eupithecia harrisonata, Eupithecia longipalpata, Eupithecia luteata bifasciata, Eupithecia olivacea, Eupithecia palpata, Eupithecia transcanadata, Eupithecia unicolor, Eupithecia usurpata, Eustroma fasciata, Feralia jocosa, Gabriola dyari, Griselda radicana, Hofmannophila pseudospretella, Hydriomena irata, Hydriomena speciosata, Lambdina fiscellaria lugubrosa, Lambdina fiscellaria somniaria, Lophocampa argentata, Marmara oregonensis, Melanolophia imitata, Nematocampa filamentaria, Neoalcis californiaria, Neophasia menapia, Nepytia phantasmaria, Nepytia umbrosaria, Nepytia umbrosaria nigrovenaria, Operophtera occidentalis, Orgyia pseudotsugata, Panthea portlandia - group, Peridroma saucia, Pero behrensaria, Pero morrisonaria, Pero occidentalis, Petrova picicolana, Promylea lunigerella, Protoboarmia porcelaria indicataria, Semiothisa granitata-group, Spiramater lutra, Stenoporpia albescens, Synaxis pallulata, Syngrapha alias, Syngrapha celsa, Syngrapha rectangula, Syngrapha selecta, Thallophaga hyperborea, Xestia mustelina, Zeiraphera ratzeburgiana | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Canadian Rockies-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Northern Basin and Range | Abies | grandis | (Douglas ex D. Don) Lindl. | NA (L48, CAN) | Gymnosperm | Pinaceae | PINACE | Pine family | Pinales | Pinopsida | Coniferophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 183284 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | No | Yes | No | Green | Dense | Dense | Medium | |||||||||||||||||||
8 | Abies lasiocarpa | ABLA | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A lover of the cold, best for high-altitude or far north gardens. It's a joy for birds who feed on its cones and gives your landscape a Christmas feel all year with its compact shape and needle-like leaves. Loves moist but well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. | 2.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree | Subalpine Fir | Abies lasiocarpa | AK, AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY | Green | No | May–Jun | 40 | 15 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | Low | Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Pinaceae | L48 (N), AK (N), CAN (N) | Long | Single Stem | Conical | No Color | Evergreen | None | 4–6.5 | Medium | Slow | Spring, Summer | Low | No | Low | Low/ | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Achytonix praeacuta, Acleris variana, Archips packardiana, Aseptis binotata, Caripeta divisata, Choristoneura biennis, Choristoneura fumiferana, Choristoneura occidentalis, Cladara limitaria, Clemensia albata, Clepsis persicana, Coleotechnites atrupictella, Dasychira grisefacta, Dasypyga alternosquamella, Dioryctria abietivorella, Dioryctria reniculella, Ectropis crepuscularia, Eilema bicolor, Enypia griseata, Enypia packardata, Enypia venata, Epirrita autumnata omissa, Epirrita pulchraria, Eufidonia notataria, Eulithis propulsata, Eupithecia annulata, Eupithecia columbrata, Eupithecia filmata, Eupithecia harrisonata, Eupithecia luteata bifasciata, Eupithecia olivacea, Eupithecia palpata, Eupithecia transcanadata, Eupithecia unicolor, Eupithecia usurpata, Feralia comstocki, Feralia jocosa, Gabriola dyari, Griselda radicana, Henricus fuscodorsanus, Hydriomena californiata, Hydriomena irata, Hypagyrtis piniata, Lambdina fiscellaria lugubrosa, Lithophane innominata, Lophocampa argentata, Melanolophia imitata, Nematocampa filamentaria, Neoalcis californiaria, Nepytia phantasmaria, Operophtera bruceata, Orgyia antiqua, Orgyia antiqua badia, Orgyia pseudotsugata, Panthea portlandia - group, Pero behrensaria, Pero morrisonaria, Petrova picicolana, Protoboarmia porcelaria, Protoboarmia porcelaria indicataria, Semiothisa granitata, Semiothisa granitata-group, Sicya macularia, Synaxis pallulata, Syndemis afflictana, Syngrapha alias, Syngrapha angulidens, Syngrapha angulidens excelsa, Syngrapha celsa, Syngrapha rectangula, Syngrapha selecta, Thallophaga hyperborea, Trichodezia albovittata, Xestia homogena, Xestia mustelina, Xestia perquiritata, Zeiraphera diniana, Zeiraphera fortunana, Zeiraphera improbana, Zeiraphera ratzeburgiana, Zeiraphera unfortunana | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Canadian Rockies-Northwestern Great Plains-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Alaska | Abies | lasiocarpa | (Hook.) Nutt. | NA (L48, AK, CAN) | Gymnosperm | Pinaceae | PINACE | Pine family | Pinales | Pinopsida | Coniferophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 181830 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | No | No | No | Green | Dense | Dense | Medium | |||||||||||||||||||||
9 | Abies magnifica | ABMA | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A majestic evergreen, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. Its massive cones attract squirrels and birds, while its distinct aroma draws bees. Renowned for its beauty as a Christmas tree and providing shelter for wildlife. Recognizable by its rich blue-green, glossy needles. Loves cold, snowy winters and cool summers. | 2.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree | California Red Fir | Abies magnifica | CA, NV, OR | Brown | No | May–Jun | 100 | 30 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Wet, Moist | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | Low | Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Pinaceae | L48 (N) | Long | Single Stem | Erect | No Color | Evergreen | Low | 5–6.1 | Low | Slow | Spring, Summer | Low | No | Low | Low/Low | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Barbara colfaxiana siskiyouana, Cydia bracteatana, Eucosma siskiyouana, Eupithecia spermaphaga, Orgyia pseudotsugata | Yes | Coast Range-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Northern Basin and Range | Abies | magnifica | A. Murray bis | NA (L48) | Gymnosperm | Pinaceae | PINACE | Pine family | Pinales | Pinopsida | Coniferophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 181834 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | No | Yes | No | Dark Green | Moderate | Moderate | Medium | |||||||||||||||||||||
10 | Abies procera | ABPR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A majestic evergreen, loves cool, humid climates and well-drained soil. It perfectly attracts bees, adding pollinator-friendly value to your garden. Uniquely used for making bows and musical instruments. Its seeds attract squirrels, making it a significant wildlife contributor. Easily identified by its silvery-blue needles and large cones. | 1.5 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree | Noble Fir | Abies procera | CA, OR, WA | Green | No | May–Jun | 50 | 25 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist, Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | None Known | Wind | Pinaceae | L48 (N) | Long | Single Stem | Erect | No Color | Evergreen | None | 6–7.5 | Low | Rapid | Spring, Summer | Low | No | Low | Low/Low | Available 2017 | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Northern Basin and Range | Abies | procera | Rehder | NA (L48) | Gymnosperm | Pinaceae | PINACE | Pine family | Pinales | Pinopsida | Coniferophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 181835 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | No | No | No | Dark Green | Dense | Dense | Medium | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
11 | Abronia ammophila | ABAM3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in sandy soil and full sun. Hummingbirds love its yellow flowers that bloom in summer. Typically used to prevent soil erosion on sandy lands. The dense silvery-white foliage offers shelter to small wildlife. Features thin, up to 20 cm tall stalks tipped with clusters of yellow flowers. | 1.7 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Herb (perennial) | Wyoming Sand Verbena | Abronia ammophila | WY | White–Green | Yes | Jun–Jul | 1.5 | 2 | Sun | Medium | Moths; Butterflies | Nyctaginaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food | Yes | Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin | Abronia | ammophila | Greene | NA (L48) | Dicot | Nyctaginaceae | NYCTAG | Four o'clock family | Caryophyllales | Caryophyllidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 184206 | Perennial | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
12 | Abronia fragrans | ABFR2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | WesternNativeSeed.com | No Article | No | A sweet-smelling flower with snow-white petals opening in the evening, perfect for night-time pollinators like moths. Prefers sunny, dry conditions and well-drained soil. Traditional uses include treatment for stomachaches. Attracts small mammals and birds, making it a wildlife-friendly option. | 1.7 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Snowball Sand Verbena | Abronia fragrans | AZ, CO, KS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OK, SD, TX, UT, WA, WY | Pollinator | White | Yes | May–Aug | 1.5 | 3 | Sun | Dry | Medium | Moths; Larval Host (Moth) | Nyctaginaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Lithariapteryx abroniaeella | Columbia Plateau-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Edwards Plateau-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-Western Corn Belt Plains-Northern Basin and Range | Abronia | fragrans | Nutt. ex Hook. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Nyctaginaceae | NYCTAG | Four o'clock family | Caryophyllales | Caryophyllidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 19557 | Perennial | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
13 | Abronia latifolia | ABLA2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A fragrant, beach-loving beauty, embracing sandy soil and full sun conditions. Flowers yellow, grouped in clusters, it attracts insects and hummingbirds promoting pollination. Physically, it's a low-growing, spreading perennial with fleshy green leaves. Traditional use against stomach problems. It offers nesting sites for birds, food source for wildlife. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Coastal Sand Verbena | Abronia latifolia | CA, OR, WA | Pollinator | Yellow | Yes | Jun | 1.5 | 3 | Sun | Moist | Medium | Native Bees; Bombus; Larval Host (Moth) | Nyctaginaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Lasionycta arietis, Lasionycta wyatti, Lithariapteryx abroniaeella, Lithariapteryx elegans | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Columbia Plateau-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Abronia | latifolia | Eschsch. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Nyctaginaceae | NYCTAG | Four o'clock family | Caryophyllales | Caryophyllidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 19560 | Perennial | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
14 | Abronia maritima | ABMA2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in dry, sandy soil with full sun exposure. Possesses vibrant pink blossoms that attract bees and butterflies, primarily blooming in summer. Useful for dune restoration and erosion control. Offers shelter to beach-dwelling wildlife. Features a low, spreading growth pattern with succulent-like leaves. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Red Sand Verbena | Abronia maritima | CA | Pollinator | Pink | Yes | May | 1.5 | 3 | Sun | Medium | Native Bees; Bombus; Larval Host (Moth) | Nyctaginaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Lithariapteryx abroniaeella | Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Mojave Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Abronia | maritima | Nutt. ex S. Watson | NA (L48) | Dicot | Nyctaginaceae | NYCTAG | Four o'clock family | Caryophyllales | Caryophyllidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 19562 | Perennial | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
15 | Abronia mellifera | ABME | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A sweet-smelling beauty, it thrives in sandy, well-drained soil and partial sun. Bees love the fragrant, white lantern-shaped flowers. Although not edible, it is utilized for ornamental value. Vital for local ecosystems, it provides shelter for insects and small mammals. It persists even in drought, displaying small, bright green leaves. | 1.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (perennial) | White Sand Verbena | Abronia mellifera | ID, OR, UT, WA, WY | Pink | Yes | Apr–Sep | 1.5 | 3 | Sun | Low | Larval Host (Moth) | Nyctaginaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Larval Food | Yes | Lithariapteryx abroniaeella | Cascades-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-North Cascades-Northern Basin and Range | Abronia | mellifera | Douglas ex Hook. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Nyctaginaceae | NYCTAG | Four o'clock family | Caryophyllales | Caryophyllidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 19563 | Perennial | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
16 | Abronia umbellata | ABUM | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Bright pink flowers bloom from summer to fall, covering sand-like leaves for a pop of color next to coastal paths. Ideal in full sun, this low-growing, dainty beauty thrives in sandy soil, with a knack for resisting deer. Butterflies are drawn to its nectar, creating a miniature wildlife hub in your garden. | 2.1 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Vine, Herb (perennial) | Pink Sand Verbena | Abronia umbellata | CA, OR, WA | Pollinator | Rose–Pink | Yes | May–Aug | 1.5 | 3 | Sun | Dry | High | Native Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Moths; Butterflies; Larval Host (Moth) | Nyctaginaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Euphyia implicata, Lithariapteryx abroniaeella, Lithariapteryx elegans | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Mojave Basin and Range-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Abronia | umbellata | Lam. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Nyctaginaceae | NYCTAG | Four o'clock family | Caryophyllales | Caryophyllidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 19572 | Perennial | Vine, Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
17 | Abronia villosa | ABVI | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in full sun and well-drained sandy soil. Drought tolerant, ideal for desert gardening. Produces bright yellow flowers, attracting honeybees and butterflies. Historically used by indigenous peoples for medicinal purposes. Provides shelter and food for insects and small wildlife. Grows as a matted ground cover, with hairy leaves and stalks. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Herb (annual) | Desert Sand Verbena | Abronia villosa | AZ, CA, NV, UT | Pollinator | Pink | Yes | May–Jul | 1 | 2 | Sun | Medium | Native Bees; Bombus; Larval Host (Moth) | Nyctaginaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Euphyia implicata grandiosa | Coast Range-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Abronia | villosa | S. Watson | NA (L48) | Dicot | Nyctaginaceae | NYCTAG | Four o'clock family | Caryophyllales | Caryophyllidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 19577 | Annual | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
18 | Abutilon eremitopetalum | ABER | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Loves growing in dry forest conditions and spots with partial shade. Fascinating bell-shaped hidden flowers attract native bees, aiding local biodiversity. Often used for decorative purposes, it's loved by birds for shelter. Yellow-green foliage adds a splash of color to your garden. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Shrub | Hiddenpetal Indian Mallow | Abutilon eremitopetalum | HI | Green, Red | Yes | Feb | 5 | 4 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist | Medium | Native Bees; Butterflies | Malvaceae | HI (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food | Yes | Hawaii | Abutilon | eremitopetalum | Caum | HI | Dicot | Malvaceae | MALVAC | Mallow family | Malvales | Dilleniidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 21678 | Perennial | Shrub | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
19 | Abutilon incanum | ABIN | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Loves sunlight and well-drained soil. Attracts bees, a primary pollinator, with pinkish-white bell-shaped flowers. Used in traditional medicine for skin problems. Birds feast on its seeds, giving it high wildlife value. Stands around 2 feet tall, with heart-shaped leaves and a hardy nature. | 1.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Pelotazo | Abutilon incanum | AZ, CO, HI, NM, OK | Orange–Yellow | Yes | Mar–Oct | 6 | 4 | Sun | Dry | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly) | Malvaceae | L48 (N), HI (N) | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Celotes limpia, Celotes nessus, Systasea pulverulenta | Mojave Basin and Range-Colorado Plateaus-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Cross Timbers-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range-Hawaii | Abutilon | incanum | (Link) Sweet | NA (L48), HI | Dicot | Malvaceae | MALVAC | Mallow family | Malvales | Dilleniidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 21665 | Perennial | Subshrub, Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
20 | Abutilon malacum | ABMA3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Produces soft yellow flowers perfect for sunny gardens, being heat-friendly. Attracts hummingbirds with its nectar and provides shelter for butterflies. Highly favored in herb gardens for its medicinal uses in treating skin diseases. Its leafy foliage offers valuable habitat for small wildlife. Grows 3-4 feet tall and wide. | 1.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Yellow Indian Mallow | Abutilon malacum | AZ, NM, TX | Orange–Yellow | Yes | Jun–Sep | 5 | 4 | Sun | Dry | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly) | Malvaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Larval Food | Yes | Celotes limpia | Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range | Abutilon | malacum | S. Watson | NA (L48) | Dicot | Malvaceae | MALVAC | Mallow family | Malvales | Dilleniidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 21666 | Perennial | Subshrub, Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
21 | Abutilon menziesii | ABME2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Nicknamed 'ko'oloa'ula, it loves the sun, dry soil, and sea-level or higher altitudes. This short, woody shrub with heart-shaped, fuzzy leaves attracts bees. Its flame-red blooms give it fiery charm. Traditional Hawaiians made tea from its bark, leaves and flowers. Attracts birds, too. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Shrub | Ko'oloa 'ula | Abutilon menziesii | HI | Pollinator | Pink–Red, Yellow | Yes | Jan–Dec | 6 | 6 | Sun, Part Shade | Medium | Native Bees; Butterflies | Malvaceae | HI (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Hawaii | Abutilon | menziesii | Seem. | HI | Dicot | Malvaceae | MALVAC | Mallow family | Malvales | Dilleniidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 21680 | Perennial | Shrub | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
22 | Abutilon permolle | ABPE | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Loves sunny spots and well-drained soil. This yellow-flowered bushy plant is adored by bees, making it perfect for pollinator gardens. Its velvet leaf texture adds interesting contrast in the garden. It offers food for local wildlife. Traditionally, used as a herbal remedy for various ailments. | 1.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Coastal Indian Mallow | Abutilon permolle | FL | Orange–Yellow | Jan–Dec | 5 | 4 | Sun | Moist | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly) | Malvaceae | L48 (N), PR (N) | Unlikely | Larval Food | Yes | Strymon columella modesta | Southern Coastal Plain-Southern Florida Coastal Plain | Abutilon | permolle | (Willd.) Sweet | NA (L48), PR | Dicot | Malvaceae | MALVAC | Mallow family | Malvales | Dilleniidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 21670 | Perennial | Subshrub, Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
23 | Abutilon wrightii | ABWR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies with its vibrant orange blooms. Loved by wildlife for its fruit. Typically grows to 3 feet, with heart-shaped leaves. Traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Flourishes in the heat, needs moderate watering. | 1.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Wright's Indian Mallow | Abutilon wrightii | NM, TX | Orange | Yes | Mar–Nov | 4 | 4 | Sun | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly) | Malvaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Larval Food | Yes | Antigonus pulverulenta, Systasea pulverulenta | Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain | Abutilon | wrightii | A. Gray | NA (L48) | Dicot | Malvaceae | MALVAC | Mallow family | Malvales | Dilleniidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 21677 | Perennial | Subshrub, Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
24 | Acacia angustissima | ACAN | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A sun-loving beauty, best for warm climates. Its delicate white blooms attract bees, making it a pollinator's paradise. Young leaves are edible, a unique bonus. It's a favorite food for deer, adding great wildlife value. Stands out with its feathery, bright-green leaves and flat, pointed pods. | 1.7 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Prairie Acacia | Acacia angustissima | AR, AZ, FL, KS, LA, MO, NM, OK, TX | Pollinator | Yellow | Mar–May | 10 | 10 | Sun | Dry, Moist | Medium | Larval Host (Butterfly); Larval Host (Moth) | Fabaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Cogia outis, Cydia ninana, Syssphinx albolineata, Syssphinx blanchardi, Syssphinx raspa | Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-East Central Texas Plains-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains | Acacia | angustissima | (Mill.) Kuntze | NA (L48) | Dicot | Fabaceae | FABACE | Pea family | Fabales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 26418 | Perennial | Subshrub, Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
25 | Acacia constricta | ACCO2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Loves full sun and well-drained soil, resilient to drought. Tantalizes bees with yellow ball-shaped flowers. Useful for erosion control and making natural dyes. Birds and mammals feast on seed pods. It's a rounded shrub that blooms spring to summer with thorny branches. | 4.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree, Shrub | Whitethorn Acacia | Acacia constricta | AZ, NM, TX | Yellow | Yes | May–Jun | 10 | 10 | Sun, Part Shade | Dry | High | Seed, Container, Bare root | Low | Larval Host (Moth) | Fabaceae | L48 (N) | Moderate | Multiple Stem | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | Medium | 7–8.5 | Low | Slow | Spring, Summer | High | Yes | High | Low/ | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Hemileuca tricolor | Mojave Basin and Range-Colorado Plateaus-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range | Acacia | constricta | Benth. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Fabaceae | FABACE | Pea family | Fabales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 26422 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | None | Medium | No | No | Yes | Green | Porous | Porous | Fine | |||||||||||||||||||||
26 | Acacia farnesiana | ACFA | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | A sun-loving, drought tolerant shrub that flourishes in well-drained soils. With delicate yellow flowers and thorny branches, it's a magnet for bees while also providing shelter for birds and insects. Used in perfumery and for its medicinal properties, this low-maintenance plant offers year-round interest with its fragrant blossoms and unique seed pods. | 4.7 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree, Shrub | Sweet Acacia | Acacia farnesiana | AL, AZ, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, NM, TX | Pollinator | Yellow | Yes | Feb–Jun | 15 | 15 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist | Medium | Larval Host (Moth); Bats | Fabaceae | L48 (NI), HI (I), PR (N), VI (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Amyelois transitella, Ectomyelois ceratoniae, Filatima monotaeniella, Ithome concolorella, Macaria abydata, Oiketicus abbotii, Platynota rostrana, Polyhymno acaciella, Polyhymno luteostrigella, Syssphinx blanchardi, Syssphinx helligbrodti | Yes | Southern California Mountains-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-Cross Timbers-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Southeastern Plains-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Southern Florida Coastal Plain-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Acacia | farnesiana | (L.) Willd. | NA (L48), HI, PR, VI | Dicot | Fabaceae | FABACE | Pea family | Fabales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 26427 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
27 | Acacia greggii | ACGR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Thrives in sandy or rocky soil in full sunlight. Drought-tolerant. Unique seeds are used for jewellery making due to their beautiful, dark-brown color. Its fragrant yellow flowers invite bees, butterflies and birds. Provides shelter for wildlife due to its dense thorns and is a great windbreaker. Mid-sized shrub with a twisted, contorted shape. | 5.1 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Tree, Shrub | Catclaw Acacia | Acacia greggii | AZ, CA, NM, NV, OK, TX, UT | Pollinator | Yellow | Yes | Apr–May | 10 | 10 | Sun | Dry | High | Seed, Container, Bare root | High | Native Bees; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Butterflies; Larval Host (Moth) | Fabaceae | L48 (N) | Long | Multiple Stem | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | None | 6.5–8.5 | Low | Slow | Spring, Summer | High | Yes | High | Medium/ | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Hemileuca burnsi, Hemileuca tricolor, Melipotis novanda, Syssphinx hubbardi, Zaleops umbrina | Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains | Acacia | greggii | A. Gray | NA (L48) | Dicot | Fabaceae | FABACE | Pea family | Fabales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 26428 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | None | Medium | No | No | Yes | Green | Porous | Porous | Fine | |||||||||||||||||
28 | Acacia koa | ACKO | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Musser Forests Indiana | No Article | Yes | Thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions. Its stunning golden flowers attract bees, essential pollinators. Wood is highly valued for crafting. Birds and insects love its seed pods. Sporting a tall, upright growth habit, it's adorned with feathery, silver-green leaves and curved seed pods. | 4.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Tree | Koa | Acacia koa | HI | Pollinator | Yellow | No | Apr–May | 50 | 30 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist, Wet | Medium | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | Medium | Native Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies | Fabaceae | HI (N) | Long | Single Stem | Erect | No Color | Evergreen | None | 5–7 | Medium | Moderate | Year Round | Medium | Yes | Medium | High/ | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Hawaii | Acacia | koa | A. Gray | HI | Dicot | Fabaceae | FABACE | Pea family | Fabales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 182079 | Perennial | Tree | None | Low | No | No | No | Green | Moderate | Moderate | Medium | |||||||||||||||||||
29 | Acacia koaia | ACKO2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Known as Dwarf Koa, it thrives in dry conditions and full sun. Its flowers attract bees, beneficial for pollinators. Used traditionally for canoe building, it is high in wildlife value, as it provides shelter for birds. Its twisted trunks and small, greyish leaves make it standout. | 2.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Tree | Koaoha | Acacia koaia | HI | Pollinator | Yellow | Yes | Mar–Apr | 20 | 15 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist | Low | Seed | Medium | Native Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies | Fabaceae | HI (N) | Long | Rounded | No Color | Evergreen | None | 4–7.4 | Medium | Rapid | Year Round | Low | No | Low | Low/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Hawaii | Acacia | koaia | Hillebr. | HI | Dicot | Fabaceae | FABACE | Pea family | Fabales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 182080 | Perennial | Tree | None | Low | No | No | Yes | Green | Dense | Dense | Fine | |||||||||||||||||||||
30 | Acacia rigidula | ACRI | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives best in dry, well-drained soil and full sun, preferring hot climates. Known for its yellow flowers that attract bees, it is pollen-rich. Its leaves have been used in traditional medicines. Provides important shelter and food for wildlife, especially for bird species. Features rigid, needle-like leaves and striking black bark. | 1.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree, Shrub | Blackbrush Acacia | Acacia rigidula | TX | Green | Yes | Mar–Apr | 10 | 10 | Sun | Dry | Low | Larval Host (Moth) | Fabaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Syssphinx helligbrodti | Chihuahuan Deserts-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain | Acacia | rigidula | Benth. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Fabaceae | FABACE | Pea family | Fabales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 26437 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
31 | Acalypha rhomboidea | ACRH | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Loving full sun or partial shade, this hardy gem grows aggressively in moist soils. Its green foliage is host to vibrant, inconspicuous flowers. Pollinated by wind as well as butterflies and bees, it acts as a unique attractant. Wildlife, particularly rabbits and deer, often consume its leaves. A useful ground cover, it also bolsters soil retention in erosion-prone spots. | 1.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (annual) | Common Threeseed Mercury | Acalypha rhomboidea | AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI, WV | Green | Yes | Jun–Nov | 3 | 3 | Sun | Dry, Moist | Low | Larval Host (Moth) | Euphorbiaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Unlikely | Larval Food | Yes | Orthonama obstipata | Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Piedmont-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Acalypha | rhomboidea | Raf. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Euphorbiaceae | EUPHOR | Spurge family | Euphorbiales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28193 | Annual | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
32 | Acalypha virginica | ACVI | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in partial to full sunlight, prefering moist, well-drained soils. Attracts various pollinators like bees and butterflies with its rough, hairy stems and clusters of tiny green flowers. Offers shelter and food for wildlife, specifically birds. Traditionally, used for wound healing. A sturdy, deciduous plant generally reaching 1-3 feet in height. | 2.5 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (annual) | Virginia Threeseed Mercury | Acalypha virginica | AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WV | Red | Yes | Jun–Jul | 3 | 3 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist, Dry | Medium | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | None Known | Euphorbiaceae | L48 (N) | Single Crown | Erect | Color | Deciduous | Medium | None | 5.9–7 | Medium | Rapid | Spring, Summer, Fall | None | No | None | Low/Low | Unlikely | Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Piedmont-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Acalypha | virginica | L. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Euphorbiaceae | EUPHOR | Spurge family | Euphorbiales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28195 | Annual | Forb/herb | None | High | No | No | Yes | Green | Moderate | Porous | Coarse | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
33 | Acamptopappus shockleyi | ACSH | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in hot, dry environments, and prefers full sun. This low-growing shrub produces golden yellow flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and birds. Its dense growth provides cover for small wildlife, while the flowers are edible and can be used in salads. Features slender, silver-gray leaves. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Shrub | Shockley's Goldenhead | Acamptopappus shockleyi | CA, NV | Yellow | Yes | Mar–Jul | 3 | 2 | Sun | Dry | Medium | Native Bees; Larval Host (Butterfly) | Asteraceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Charidryas neumoegeni, Charidryas neumoegeni neumoegeni | Sierra Nevada-Southern California Mountains-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Acamptopappus | shockleyi | A. Gray | NA (L48) | Dicot | Asteraceae | ASTERA | Aster family | Asterales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 36442 | Perennial | Subshrub | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
34 | Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus | ACSP | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives best in full sun and well-drained soil. Its golden-yellow flowers attract bees and butterflies, excellent for pollinator gardens. Useful for land rehabilitation and erosion control. Provides cover and food for wildlife. Features round heads of small, brilliant yellow flowers and slender, silvery leaves. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Shrub | Rayless Goldenhead | Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus | AZ, CA, NV, UT | Pollinator | Yellow | No | May | 3 | 2 | Sun | Dry | Medium | Native Bees; Larval Host (Butterfly); Larval Host (Moth) | Asteraceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Charidryas neumoegeni, Charidryas neumoegeni neumoegeni, Coleophora acamtopappi, Cucullia dammersi, Gnorimoschema octomaculella | Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Acamptopappus | sphaerocephalus | (Harv. & A. Gray ex A. Gray) A. Gray | NA (L48) | Dicot | Asteraceae | ASTERA | Aster family | Asterales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 36443 | Perennial | Subshrub, Shrub | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
35 | Acer circinatum | ACCI | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A Pacific Northwest native, loving shady, cool environments. Known for its brilliant red fall colors, it's a feast for bees who love its early-spring blossoms. Its branches and bark were once used by natives for crafting. Birds, mammals, and butterflies appreciate it as a food source and shelter. | 2.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Tree, Vine, Shrub | Vine Maple | Acer circinatum | AK, CA, OR, WA | Workhorse/Pollinator | Green–White, Red | Yes | Apr–May | 20 | 15 | Sun, Part Shade | Wet, Moist, Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | Medium | Native Bees; Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N), AK (N?), CAN (N) | Long | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | None | 5.5–7.5 | Medium | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Medium | Medium/ | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Amphipyra pyramidoides, Anagoga occiduaria, Antheraea polyphemus polyphemus, Archips rosana, Archips rosanus, Aseptis binotata, Automeris io io, Campaea perlata, Choristoneura rosaceana, Epinotia lomonana, Erannis tiliaria vancouverensis, Erannis tillaria, Eupithecia minturata, Hemileuca eglanterina eglanterina, Iridopsis emasculata, Lambdina fiscellaria, Lambdina fiscellaria somniaria, Lithophane georgii, Lophocampa maculatat, Macaria exauspicata, Malacosoma californicum, Melanolophia imitata, Nadata gibbosa, Neoalcis californiaria, Oligocentria semirufescens, Operophtera bruceata, Pero mizon, Phigalia plumogeraria, Plemyria georgii, Polia nimbosa, Selenia alciphearia, Spiramater lutra, Synaxis jubararia, Venusia pearsalli, Zale lunifera, Zale minerea norda | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Central Basin and Range-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range | Acer | circinatum | Pursh | NA (L48, AK, CAN) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28740 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub, Vine | None | High | No | No | Yes | Green | Moderate | Porous | Medium | ||||||||||||||||||
36 | Acer floridanum | ACFL | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | GroWild, Overhill Gardens, Superior Trees | No Article | Yes | Often called Southern Sugar Maple, it boasts vibrant autumn colors and welcomes bees, butterflies, and birds. Ideally grown in partial shade and moist, well-drained soils, its sap can be used to make syrup. Its seed-filled .helicopters. entertain kids and feed wildlife. Reaches about 20-30 feet tall. | 4.5 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree | Southern Sugar Maple | Acer floridanum | AL, AR, FL, GA, IL, KY, LA, MO, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA | Yellow | No | Apr–May | 50 | 40 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Wet, Moist | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | None Known | Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N) | Moderate | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | None | 5–6.5 | Medium | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | No | None | Low/ | Available 2017 | Yes | High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Cross Timbers-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Piedmont-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain | Acer | floridanum | (Chapm.) Pax | NA (L48) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 183691 | Perennial | Tree | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
37 | Acer glabrum | ACGL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | A tall shrub best in well-drained, acidic soil and full sun, but can tolerate shade. Loved by bees for its clusters of yellow flowers that bloom in spring. Leaves turn beautiful colors in fall. Good for making syrup. Attracts birds, provides shelter and food for wildlife. | 3.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Tree, Shrub | Rocky Mountain Maple | Acer glabrum | AK, AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NE, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY | Workhorse/Pollinator | Green | No | May–Jun | 20 | 15 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist, Dry | Medium | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | Medium | Native Bees; Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N), AK (I?), CAN (N) | Moderate | Multiple Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | None | 5.8–7.5 | Medium | Rapid | Spring, Summer | Medium | Yes | High | Medium/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Hyalophora euryalus, Lithophane georgii, Lithophane innominata, Macaria plumosata, Nematocampa filamentaria, Phigalia plumogeraria, Plemyria georgii | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Canadian Rockies-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Acer | glabrum | Torr. | NA (L48, AK, CAN) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28742 | Perennial | Shrub, Tree | None | High | No | No | No | Green | Dense | Porous | Coarse | ||||||||||||||||||
38 | Acer grandidentatum | ACGR3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A charming addition to your garden, this small tree blossoms with striking red and yellow colors in the fall. It thrives in well-drained soil and partial to full sun. Bees adore its spring flowers. The seeds provide food for birds and small mammals, while its bark can be used for dyeing wool. | 2.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree, Shrub | Bigtooth Maple | Acer grandidentatum | AZ, CO, ID, MT, NM, NV, OK, TX, UT, WA, WY | Yellow | Yes | Apr–May | 30 | 25 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist, Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | Low | Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N) | Short | Single Stem | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | None | 6–8 | Medium | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Medium | Low/ | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Caloptilia acerifoliella, Cameraria superimposita, Phyllonorycter pernivalis | Yes | Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Cross Timbers-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-Northwestern Great Plains-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range | Acer | grandidentatum | Nutt. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28760 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | None | High | No | No | Yes | Green | Moderate | Porous | Medium | ||||||||||||||||||||
39 | Acer macrophyllum | ACMA3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Loves both sunlight and shade, thriving in well-drained soil. This mildly tolerant plant attracts bees, serving as a primary pollen source in early spring. Its large leaves inspire its nickname, Bigleaf Maple. Birds and mammals enjoy its seeds as food. Known for producing valuable, decorative wood, it also offers vibrant fall colors. | 2.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Tree | Bigleaf Maple | Acer macrophyllum | CA, OR, WA | Workhorse/Pollinator | Green–Yellow | No | Apr–May | 50 | 40 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist, Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | Medium | Native Bees; Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Moderate | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | None | 4.8–7.2 | Medium | Rapid | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | High | High/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food; Nesting and Structure (Bees) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Acronicta funeralis, Amphipyra pyramidoides, Andropolia aedon, Archips rosanus, Aseptis binotata, Automeris io, Biston betularia cognataria, Campaea perlata, Dasychira vagans, Erannis tiliaria vancouverensis, Fishia evelina, Hypagyrtis unipunctata, Lithophane pertorrida, Lophocampa maculata, Nadata gibbosa, Nematocampa resistaria, Neoalcis californiaria, Oligocentria pallida, Oligocentria semirufescens, Operophtera bruceata, Operophtera occidentalis, Orthosia hibisci, Plemyria georgii, Proteoteras aesculana, Pseudorthodes irrorata, Selenia alciphearia, Spiramater lutra, Sunira decipiens, Synaxis jubararia, Xanthorhoe defensaria, Xylena nupera | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Acer | macrophyllum | Pursh | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28748 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | Yes | No | No | Green | Dense | Porous | Medium | |||||||||||||||||
40 | Acer negundo | ACNE2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | Archewild Quakertown, Gino's Newtown, Go Native Trees, Heartwood Felton | MidAtlanticNatives.com | No Article | Yes | Thrives in moist, well-drained soil, tolerates various conditions, attracts bees, butterflies, and birds, provides shelter to wildlife, excellent erosion control, yields Boxelder maple syrup, features compound leaves, fast-growing, reaches 30-50 feet, produces greenish-yellow flowers, and samara fruit. | 8.75 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Tree | Boxelder | Acer negundo | AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY | Workhorse/Pollinator | White | No | Mar–Apr | 30 | 25 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Wet, Moist | High | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | Very High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Nesting and Structure (Bees); Larval Host (Butterfly); Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Short | Multiple Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | Medium | 5–7.8 | Medium | Rapid | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Low | Low/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food; Nesting and Structure (Bees) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Abagrotis barnesi, Abagrotis orbis, Abagrotis reedi, Acleris negundana, Acronicta americana, Acronicta sperata sperata, Adoxophyes negundana, Alsophila pometaria, Amphipyra pyramidoides, Anacampsis niveopulvella, Anacamptodes ephyraria, Anavitrinella pampinaria, Antheraea polyphemus polyphemus, Archips argyrospila, Archips negundana, Archips semiferanus, Automeris io io, Biston betularia cognataria, Caloptilia alnivorella, Caloptilia negundella, Campaea perlata, Chionodes negundella, Choristoneura conflictana, Choristoneura rosaceana, Clepsis persicana, Colocasia propinquilinea, Crocigrapha normani, Datana ministra, Dryocampa rubicunda, Eacles imperialis, Eacles imperialis imperialis, Ectropis crepuscularia, Elaphria festivoides, Ennomos magnaria, Erannis tiliaria, Eupsilia tristigmata, Eupsilia vinulenta, Euxoa tessellata, Glena cognataria, Halysidota tessellaris, Haploa lecontei, Hyalophora cecropia, Hyalophora columbia gloveri, Hypagyrtis unipunctata, Hyphantria cunae, Iridopsis larvaria, Laetilia coccidivora, Lithophane antennata, Lithophane bethunei, Lithophane georgii, Lithophane grotei, Lithophane hemina, Lithophane laticinerea, Lophocampa caryae, Lophocampa maculata, Lymantria dispar, Malacosoma disstria, Melanolophia canadaria, Nematocampa filamentaria, Oiketicus abbotii, Oligocentria lignicolor, Operophtera bruceata, Orgyia antiqua, Orgyia leucostigma, Orgyia leuschneri, Orgyia leuschneri leuschneri, Orgyia leuschneri ringd, Orthosia hibisci, Orthotaenia undulana, Paleacrita vernata, Palthis angulalis, Pandemis canadana, Pandemis limitata, Papaipema cataphracta, Peridroma saucia, Pero morrisonaria, Phigalia titea, Prionoxystus robiniae, Proteoteras aesculana, Proteoteras arizonae, Proteoteras crescentana, Proteoteras willingana, Sabulodes caberata, Satyrium calanus, Schizura ipomoeae, Semiothisa aemulataria, Spaelotis clandestina, Sparganothis pettitana, Spilosoma vestalis, Stigmella apicialbella, Xylena cineritia, Zale duplicata largera | Yes | Coast Range-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Canadian Rockies-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-Piedmont-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Acer | negundo | L. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28749 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | Yes | No | No | Green | Dense | Porous | Coarse | |||||||||||
41 | Acer nigrum | ACNI5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Also known as black maple, it gets its name from its dark, furrowed bark. It loves rich soils, partial shade, and damp conditions. It attracts bees, making it an ideal pick for pollinator gardens. The sap can be made into syrup. It's a lifesaver for birds and squirrels during winter as it holds onto its fruit longer than most maples. It flaunts yellow-green flowers in spring and fiery fall colors. | 3.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree | Black Maple | Acer nigrum | AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SD, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV | Yellow | No | May–Jun | 50 | 40 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Dry | Medium | Seed, Container, Bare root | Low | Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Moderate | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | None | 4.5–7.3 | Medium | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Low | Medium/ | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Cameraria saccharella, Morrisonia confusa, Morrisonia latex | Yes | Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Piedmont-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Acer | nigrum | Michx. f. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 182135 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | No | No | No | Green | Dense | Porous | Medium | ||||||||||||||||||||
42 | Acer pensylvanicum | ACPE | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | Arcadia Natives Washington, Friendship Farms Latrobe, Gino's Newtown, Go Native Trees, Redbud Media | No Article | Yes | Thrives in moist, well-drained soils, partial to full shade. Attracts bees, butterflies for pollination. Ornamental, erosion control, medicinal uses. Supports wildlife, food source for birds, mammals. Striped bark, green foliage, yellow fall color, small red flowers, winged seeds. Grows 15-30 feet tall, 8-15 feet wide. | 6.1 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Tree, Shrub | Striped Maple | Acer pensylvanicum | CT, GA, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV | Pollinator | Yellow | No | May–Jun | 30 | 25 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Moist, Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Short | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | None | 4.4–6.5 | Medium | Slow | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Medium | High/Medium | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Acronicta americana, Antheraea polyphemus polyphemus, Biston betularia, Ectropis crepuscularia, Eutrapela clemataria, Hyphantria cunae, Lithophane innominata, Lithophane semiusta, Lymantria dispar, Melanolophia canadaria, Morrisonia latex, Orthosia hibisci, Plagodis phlogosaria, Sparganothis pettitana | Yes | Piedmont-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Acer | pensylvanicum | L. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28754 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | None | High | No | Yes | No | Green | Moderate | Porous | Medium | ||||||||||||||
43 | Acer rubrum | ACRU | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 31 | 1 | 0 | Arcadia Natives Washington, Archewild Quakertown, Bowman's New Hope, David Brothers Norristown, Edge of the Woods Orefield, Fox Hill Gardens, Friendship Farms Latrobe, Gino's Newtown, Go Native Trees, GroWild, Heartwood Felton, Hungry Hook Bainbridge, Musser Forests Indiana, Overhill Gardens, Redbud Media, Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve, Superior Trees, The Wildlife Group, Thurlow Tree Nursery | MidAtlanticNatives.com | No Article | Yes | Thrives in moist, well-drained soil; full sun to partial shade; attracts bees, butterflies; provides nesting habitat, seeds for birds, squirrels; vibrant red fall foliage; tolerates wet conditions; used for shade, ornamental value; grows 40-60 feet tall; moderate growth rate; adaptable to various soil types. | 7.1 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Tree | Red Maple | Acer rubrum | AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI, WV | Workhorse/Pollinator | Red | Yes | Mar–Apr | 40 | 30 | Sun, Part Shade | Wet, Moist, Dry | Medium | Seed, Container, Bare root | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Short | Single Stem | Rounded | Color | Deciduous | None | 4.7–7.3 | Medium | Rapid | Spring, Summer | Low | Yes | Low | Medium/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Acleris chalybeana, Acronicta americana, Acronicta retardata, Actias luna luna, Alsophila pometaria, Amphipyra pyramidoides, Anacamptodes ephyraria, Anavitrinella pampinaria, Antaeotricha leucillana, Antheraea polyphemus polyphemus, Archips argyrospila-complex, Archips rosana, Automeris io, Automeris io io, Besma endropiaria, Biston betularia cognataria, Caloptilia aceriella, Caloptilia bimaculatella, Caloptilia speciosella, Caloptilia umbratella, Cameraria aceriella, Cameraria saccharella, Campaea perlata, Catastega aceriella, Choristoneura fractivittana, Choristoneura parallela, Choristoneura rosaceana, Coleophora alniella, Colocasia flavicornis, Crocigrapha normani, Dafa formosella, Dasychira plagiata, Datana ministra, Dryocampa rubicunda, Eacles imperialis, Ectropis crepuscularia, Ennomos magnaria, Ennomos subsignaria, Episimus tyrius, Erannis tiliaria, Eupsilia sidus, Eupsilia tristigmata, Eutrapela clemataria, Halysidota tessellaris, Herpetogramma pertextalis, Heterocampa biundata, Heterocampa guttivitta, Hyalophora cecropia, Hypagyrtis unipunctata, Hypena baltimoralis, Hyphantria cunae, Lambdina fiscellaria, Lambdina fiscellaria fiscellaria, Lithacodes fasciola, Lithophane bethunei, Lithophane grotei, Lithophane innominata, Lithophane laticinerea, Lithophane petulca, Lophocampa caryae, Lophocampa maculata, Lymantria dispar, Macaria pustularia, Machimia tetoriferella, Malacosoma americana, Megalopyge crispata, Melanolophia canadaria, Melanolophia signataria, Metanema determinata, Morrisonia confusa, Morrisonia latex, Nadata gibbosa, Nematocampa filamentaria, Nites betulella, Olethreutes appendiceum, Operophtera brumata, Oreana unicolorella, Orgyia antiqua, Orgyia definita, Orgyia leucostigma, Orgyia leucostigma plagiata, Orthosia revicta, Orthotaenia undulana, Paleacrita vernata, Pandemis lamprosana, Paraclemensia acerifoliella, Parallelia bistriaris, Phigalia titea, Phlogophora periculosa, Phyllonorycter trinotella, Plagodis alcoolaria, Plagodis serinaria, Pococera aplastella, Probole alienaria, Probole amicaria, Prochoerodes transversata, Proteoteras aesculana, Proteoteras moffatiana, Proteoteras willingana, Protoboarmia porcelaria, Schizura ipomoeae, Selenia kentaria, Semiothisa aemulataria, Semiothisa ulsterata, Sparganothis acerivorana, Sparganothis pettitana, Spilosoma virginica, Symmerista leucitys, Synanthedon acerni, Synanthedon acerni buscki, Synanthedon acerrubri, Tetracis cachexiata, Xanthotype sospeta, Zale duplicata largera, Zale lunifera, Zale minerea norda | Yes | Coast Range-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Central Great Plains-Cross Timbers-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Piedmont-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Southern Florida Coastal Plain-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Acer | rubrum | L. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28728 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | Yes | No | Yes | Green | Dense | Porous | Medium | |||||||||||||
44 | Acer saccharinum | ACSA2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 0 | Archewild Quakertown, Bowman's New Hope, Fox Hill Gardens, Gino's Newtown, Go Native Trees, Heartwood Felton, Musser Forests Indiana, Perennial Gardens New Bloomfield, Redbud Media, Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve | MidAtlanticNatives.com | No Article | Yes | Fast-growing, large deciduous tree, thriving in moist, well-drained soils, full sun to partial shade. Silver maple attracts pollinators like bees, butterflies, and birds. Offers erosion control, nesting habitat, food for wildlife. Features green leaves with silvery undersides, winged seeds, and yellowish flowers. Valued for ornamental landscaping, wood products. | 6.1 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Tree | Silver Maple | Acer saccharinum | AL, AR, CA, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV | Workhorse/Pollinator | Red | Yes | Mar–Apr | 50 | 40 | Sun, Part Shade | Wet, Moist | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Moderate | Single Stem | Rounded | Color | Deciduous | Low | 4–7.3 | Low | Rapid | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Low | Low/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Alsophila pometaria, Antheraea polyphemus polyphemus, Automeris io io, Caloptilia packardella, Cameraria aceriella, Cameraria saccharella, Colocasia flavicornis, Colocasia propinquilinea, Dasychira vagans, Eacles imperialis, Eacles imperialis imperialis, Ennomos subsignaria, Episimus tyrius, Erannis tiliaria, Euproctis chrysorrhoea, Euxoa messoria, Heterocampa biundata, Heterocampa guttivitta, Hyalophora cecropia, Hypena baltimoralis, Hyphantria cunae, Lambdina fervidaria athasaria, Lambdina fiscellaria, Leucoma salicis, Lithophane antennata, Lithophane bethunei, Lithophane grotei, Lithophane laticinerea, Lophocampa caryae, Lymantria dispar, Macaria pustularia, Machimia tetoriferella, Malacosoma americana, Morrisonia confusa, Morrisonia latex, Operophtera brumata, Orgyia leucostigma, Orthosia hibisci, Paleacrita vernata, Papaipema nebris, Parallelia bistriaris, Peridroma saucia, Phyllonorycter clemensella, Phyllonorycter lucidicostella, Phyllonorycter trinotella, Proteoteras aesculana, Proteoteras moffatiana, Schizura ipomoeae, Semiothisa aemulataria, Spaelotis clandestina, Sparganothis acerivorana, Sparganothis pettitana, Sunira bicolorago, Synanthedon acerni, Synanthedon acerni buscki | Yes | Puget Lowland-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Northern Rockies-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-Piedmont-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Acer | saccharinum | L. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28757 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | Yes | No | Yes | Green | Dense | Porous | Medium | |||||||||||||
45 | Acer saccharum | ACSA3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 0 | Arcadia Natives Washington, Archewild Quakertown, David Brothers Norristown, Fox Hill Gardens, Friendship Farms Latrobe, Gino's Newtown, Go Native Trees, GroWild, Heartwood Felton, Musser Forests Indiana, Overhill Gardens, Perennial Gardens New Bloomfield, Redbud Media, Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve, Superior Trees | MidAtlanticNatives.com, ToadShade.com | No Article | Yes | Ideal for moist, well-drained soils, providing vibrant fall colors of yellow, orange, and red. Attracts pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Useful for maple syrup production and quality timber. Offers shelter and sustenance for wildlife like squirrels, chipmunks, and birds. Grows up to 100 feet tall. | 7.35 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Tree | Sugar Maple | Acer saccharum | AL, AR, CT, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SD, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV | Workhorse/Pollinator | Green | No | Apr–May | 50 | 40 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Dry | Medium | Seed, Container, Bare root, Cutting | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Long | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | None | 3.7–7.9 | Medium | Slow | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Low | Medium/ | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Acleris chalybeana, Acronicta americana, Acronicta dactylina, Acronicta retardata, Actias luna luna, Alsophila pometaria, Amphipyra pyramidoides, Anacamptodes ephyraria, Antaeotricha leucillana, Antheraea polyphemus polyphemus, Archips cerasivorana, Besma endropiaria, Besma quercivoraria, Caloptilia umbratella, Cameraria aceriella, Cameraria saccharella, Campaea perlata, Catastega aceriella, Choristoneura fractivittana, Choristoneura rosaceana, Crocigrapha normani, Dasychira dorsipennata, Dasychira obliquata, Dasychira plagiata, Dichomeris ligulella, Dryocampa rubicunda, Eacles imperialis, Ennomos subsignaria, Erannis tiliaria, Euclea delphinii, Eutrapela clemataria, Glaucolepis saccharella, Halysidota tessellaris, Heterocampa biundata, Heterocampa guttivitta, Hyalophora cecropia, Hypagyrtis unipunctata, Hypena baltimoralis, Hyphantria cunae, Lambdina fiscellaria fiscellaria, Lithophane antennata, Lithophane bethunei, Lithophane innominata, Lithophane laticinerea, Lomographa vestaliata, Lophocampa caryae, Lophocampa maculata, Lycia ursaria, Lymantria dispar, Lytrosis unitaria, Macaria loricaria julia, Macaria pustularia, Machimia tetoriferella, Macrurocampa marthesia, Malacosoma americana, Malacosoma disstria, Melanolophia canadaria, Morrisonia confusa, Morrisonia latex, Nadata gibbosa, Nematocampa limbata, Olethreutes appendiceum, Olethreutes glaciana, Olethreutes nigranum, Operophtera bruceata, Operophtera brumata, Orgyia antiqua, Orgyia leucostigma, Orthosia garmani, Orthosia revicta, Paleacrita vernata, Palthis angulalis, Pandemis canadana, Pandemis lamprosana, Pandemis limitata, Paraclemensia acerifoliella, Parallelia bistriaris, Peridea basitriens, Peridea ferruginea, Phigalia titea, Phobetron pithecium, Phyllonorycter clemensella, Phyllonorycter lucidicostella, Plagodis alcoolaria, Plagodis serinaria, Pococera asperatella, Probole amicaria, Prolimacodes badia, Proteoteras aesculana, Proteoteras moffatiana, Protoboarmia porcelaria, Pseudosciaphila duplex, Pyrrharctia isabella, Schizura ipomoeae, Schizura unicornis, Sparganothis acerivorana, Sparganothis niveana, Sparganothis pettitana, Spilosoma virginica, Symmerista canicosta, Symmerista leucitys, Synanthedon acerni, Synanthedon acerrubri, Tetracis cachexiata, Tortricidia flexuosa, Tortricidia pallida | Yes | Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Piedmont-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Acer | saccharum | Marshall | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28731 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | None | High | No | No | No | Green | Dense | Porous | Coarse | |||||||||||||
46 | Acer spicatum | ACSP2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Go Native Trees | No Article | Yes | A small tree with lovely striped bark and red buds. Perfect for cool, moist, well-drained soils. Attracts butterflies, primarily pollinated by bees. The tree can be tapped for sap, like a maple. Its seeds provide food for birds, making it wildlife-friendly. | 3.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Tree, Shrub | Mountain Maple | Acer spicatum | AL, CT, GA, IA, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV | Yellow | No | Apr–May | 20 | 15 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | Low | Larval Host (Moth); Wind | Aceraceae | L48 (N), CAN (N), SPM (N) | Moderate | Multiple Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | Medium | None | 4.8–7 | Medium | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | High | Medium/Low | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Acleris chalybeana, Acronicta americana, Anavitrinella pampinaria, Archips argyrospila, Argyrotaenia quercifoliana, Automeris io io, Dryocampa rubicunda, Halysidota tessellaris, Heterocampa guttivitta, Hyalophora cecropia, Hyphantria cunae, Iridopsis larvaria, Lambdina fiscellaria lugubrosa, Lophocampa maculata, Lymantria dispar, Macaria pustularia, Malacosoma disstria, Olethreutes appendiceum, Orgyia leucostigma, Pandemis lamprosana, Sparganothis acerivorana, Xanthotype urticaria, Zale duplicata largera | Yes | Piedmont-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands | Acer | spicatum | Lam. | NA (L48, CAN, SPM) | Dicot | Aceraceae | ACERAC | Maple family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28758 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | None | High | Yes | No | No | Green | Dense | Porous | Coarse | ||||||||||||||||||
47 | Achillea millefolium | ACMI2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | Fox Hill Gardens, Gino's Newtown, Hungry Hook Bainbridge, Tait Farm | ErnstSeed.com, Everwilde.com, IzelPlants.com, PlantMoreNatives.com, SouthernSeedExchange.com, ToadShade.com | No Article | Yes | Ideal for full sun and well-drained soil, this drought-tolerant perennial boasts feathery, aromatic leaves and clusters of small white to pink flowers. Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, and supports beneficial insects. Offers medicinal and culinary uses, and provides cover for small wildlife. Grows 1-3 feet tall. | 8 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Herb (perennial) | Common Yarrow | Achillea millefolium | AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY | Workhorse/Pollinator | White | Yes | May–Jul | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist, Dry | Medium | Seed, Container, Sprig | Very High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Moths; Butterflies; Nesting and Structure (Bees); Larval Host (Moth) | Asteraceae | L48 (NI), AK (N), HI (I), CAN (NI), GL (N), SPM (NI) | Moderate | Rhizomatous | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | Medium | Low | 6–8 | Medium | Moderate | Spring | None | No | High | Medium/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food; Nesting and Structure (Bees) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Agrotis volubilis, Chlorochlamys chloroleucaria, Cryptocala acadiensis, Heliothis phloxiphaga, Homorthodes furfurata, Lacinipolia olivacea, Orthodes cynica, Papaipema nebris, Paradiarsia littoralis, Platyptilia williamsii, Pseudorthodes vecors, Sparganothis senecionana, Trichordestra legitima | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-Edwards Plateau-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Canadian Rockies-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-Piedmont-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast-Alaska | Landscaping, Erosion Control, Stream Bank Stabilization | Achillea | millefolium | L. | NA (L48, AK, CAN, GL, SPM), HI | Dicot | Asteraceae | ASTERA | Aster family | Asterales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 35423 | Perennial | Forb/herb | Low | Medium | No | No | Yes | Green | Porous | Porous | Fine | |||||||||
48 | Achlys triphylla | ACTR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in cool, moist, shady places. Known for its powder-like fragrance and unique leaf arrangement - three leaves at each node. Attracts night flies with its white, brush-like flowers. Berries loved by small animals and birds! Ground-cover type growth. | 1.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Sweet After Death | Achlys triphylla | CA, OR, WA | White | Yes | Jun–Jul | 2 | 3 | Part Shade, Shade | Moist | Low | Larval Host (Moth) | Berberidaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Autographa corusca, Walshia miscecolorella | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range | Achlys | triphylla | (Sm.) DC. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Berberidaceae | BERBER | Barberry family | Ranunculales | Magnoliidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 18813 | Perennial | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
49 | Achnatherum hymenoides | ACHY | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | WesternNativeSeed.com | No Article | Yes | Loves dry, sunny spots and well-drained soil. Attracts butterflies and other insects. Unique for use in restoration, erosion control, and as a grain for wildlife. Benefits birds and mammals. Tall, with feathery seed heads and narrow, bluish-green leaves. Regrows after fires. Bears edible seeds. | 3.5 | 0 | No | No | No | Graminoid (perennial) | Indian Ricegrass | Achnatherum hymenoides | AR, AZ, CA, CO, ID, KS, MN, MT, ND, NE, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA, WY | Workhorse | Yellow | No | May–Jun | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Dry | High | Seed | None Known | Wind | Poaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Short | Bunch | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | Low | 6.6–8.6 | Low | Moderate | Spring, Summer, Fall | None | No | High | High/High | Available 2017 | Yes | Coast Range-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-Northern Glaciated Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-North Central Hardwood Forests-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Achnatherum | hymenoides | (Roem. & Schult.) Barkworth | NA (L48, CAN) | Monocot | Poaceae | POACEA | Grass family | Cyperales | Commelinidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 507943 | Perennial | Graminoid | None | Medium | No | No | No | Green | Moderate | Porous | Medium | |||||||||||||||||||||
50 | Achnatherum lemmonii | ACLE8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Thrives in dry, sunny spots with well-drained soil. Admired for tall, slender stems topped with wispy seed heads that rustle in the wind. Ideal for erosion control. Attracts birds with seeds, and bees for minor pollen. Its dense, fibrous roots are useful for making cordage. | 3.5 | 0 | No | No | No | Graminoid (perennial) | Lemmon's Needlegrass | Achnatherum lemmonii | AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA | Yellow | No | Jun–Aug | 3 | 2 | Sun | Moist, Dry | High | Seed | None Known | Wind | Poaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Moderate | Bunch | Semi-Erect | No Color | Deciduous | None | 6–7.5 | Low | Slow | Spring, Summer, Fall | None | No | High | Medium/Medium | Available 2017 | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Achnatherum | lemmonii | (Vasey) Barkworth | NA (L48, CAN) | Monocot | Poaceae | POACEA | Grass family | Cyperales | Commelinidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 507945 | Perennial | Graminoid | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
51 | Achnatherum lettermanii | ACLE9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | A delight for home gardens, thriving best in dry, sunny spots, this grass attracts birds with its seeds. It grows in clumps with feather-like spikes, adding a wispy texture to your garden. It offers value to wildlife, specifically providing sustenance to grazers. | 3.5 | 0 | No | No | No | Graminoid (perennial) | Letterman's Needlegrass | Achnatherum lettermanii | AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WY | Yellow | No | Jun–Aug | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Dry | High | Seed | None Known | Wind | Poaceae | L48 (N) | Moderate | Bunch | Semi-Erect | No Color | Deciduous | None | 6–7.6 | Low | Slow | Spring, Summer, Fall | None | No | High | High/High | Available 2017 | Yes | Coast Range-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Northwestern Great Plains-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Achnatherum | lettermanii | (Vasey) Barkworth | NA (L48) | Monocot | Poaceae | POACEA | Grass family | Cyperales | Commelinidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 507946 | Perennial | Graminoid | None | Medium | No | No | No | Green | Moderate | Porous | Medium | |||||||||||||||||||||||
52 | Achnatherum nelsonii | ACNE9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Loved for its tall, silver-green stalks that sway in the wind, it thrives in well-drained soils and sunny spots. Particularly appealing to grasshoppers, the plant provides valuable food for wildlife, especially in winter. Features needle-like leaves and fluffy seeds. | 4.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Graminoid (perennial) | Columbia Needlegrass | Achnatherum nelsonii | AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA, WY | Yellow | No | Jun–Jul | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Dry | High | Seed | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly); Wind | Poaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Short | Bunch | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | Medium | None | 6.8–8 | Low | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | No | High | Low/Medium | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Oarisma garita | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Achnatherum | nelsonii | (Scribn.) Barkworth | NA (L48, CAN) | Monocot | Poaceae | POACEA | Grass family | Cyperales | Commelinidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 507948 | Perennial | Graminoid | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
53 | Achnatherum nevadense | ACNE10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A grass native to Western U.S., it thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, low water requirements. Bees are attracted to its subtle flowers. Used in erosion control due to its deep roots. Birds love its seed heads. Tolerates high alkaline, salty soils, possesses silvery-green blades and airy seed heads. | 1.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Graminoid (perennial) | Nevada Needlegrass | Achnatherum nevadense | CA, CO, ID, NV, OR, UT, WY | Green–Purple | No | Jun–Sep | 3 | 2 | Sun | Moist | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly); Wind | Poaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Larval Food | Yes | Hesperia uncas | Yes | Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Southern Rockies-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Northern Basin and Range | Achnatherum | nevadense | (B.L. Johnson) Barkworth | NA (L48) | Monocot | Poaceae | POACEA | Grass family | Cyperales | Commelinidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 507949 | Perennial | Graminoid | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
54 | Achnatherum occidentale | ACOC3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Thrives in sunny, dry areas with well-drained soil. Attracting moths and butterflies with its fluffy white flowers, ideal for wildlife gardens. Notably cold-hardy and drought-resistant, beneficial for low-maintenance landscapes. Many birds seek its seeds, enhancing local biodiversity. Tall feathery stalks provide unique textural contrast in home gardens. | 4.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Graminoid (perennial) | Western Needlegrass | Achnatherum occidentale | AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY | Yellow | No | May–Jun | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Dry | High | Seed | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly); Wind | Poaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Moderate | Bunch | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | Low | 5.7–7.5 | Low | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | No | High | Medium/Medium | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Hesperia nevada | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Southern Rockies-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Achnatherum | occidentale | (Thurb.) Barkworth | NA (L48, CAN) | Monocot | Poaceae | POACEA | Grass family | Cyperales | Commelinidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 507950 | Perennial | Graminoid | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
55 | Achnatherum pinetorum | ACPI2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in well-drained, sandy soils, in full sun. Attracts certain specialized moths as pollinators. Makes a striking garden accent with its tall, slender stalks topped by fuzzy seed heads. Valuable forage for wildlife like deer. | 1.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Graminoid (perennial) | Pine Needlegrass | Achnatherum pinetorum | AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WY | Green–Brown | Jun–Aug | 3 | 2 | Sun | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly); Wind | Poaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Larval Food | Yes | Hesperia uncas | Yes | Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Southwestern Tablelands-Northwestern Great Plains-Northern Basin and Range | Achnatherum | pinetorum | (M.E. Jones) Barkworth | NA (L48) | Monocot | Poaceae | POACEA | Grass family | Cyperales | Commelinidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 507954 | Perennial | Graminoid | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
56 | Achnatherum speciosum | ACSP12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Known as desert needlegrass, it thrives in dry, sunny areas and well-drained soil. It attracts a variety of pollinators, especially bees. Traditionally used for basket weaving by natives, it provides food and habitat for wildlife. This bushy grass has a beautiful silver-green color and grows 2-3 feet tall. | 3.5 | 0 | No | No | No | Graminoid (perennial) | Desert Needlegrass | Achnatherum speciosum | AZ, CA, CO, NM, NV, OR, UT | Yellow | No | May–Jun | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Dry | High | Seed | None Known | Wind | Poaceae | L48 (N) | Moderate | Bunch | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | Low | 6–7.7 | Low | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | No | High | Medium/Medium | Available 2017 | Yes | Coast Range-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Blue Mountains-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Achnatherum | speciosum | (Trin. & Rupr.) Barkworth | NA (L48) | Monocot | Poaceae | POACEA | Grass family | Cyperales | Commelinidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 507958 | Perennial | Graminoid | None | Medium | No | No | No | Green | Moderate | Porous | Medium | |||||||||||||||||||||||
57 | Achnatherum thurberianum | ACTH7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Thrive best in sunny, well-drained spots. Attracts birds and grassland butterflies, serving as a food source. Often used for erosion control and restoration projects due to its hardiness. Provides cover for small wildlife. Excellent for prairie style gardens, it grows tall with feathery plumage and deep green leaves. | 4.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Graminoid (perennial) | Thurber's Needlegrass | Achnatherum thurberianum | CA, CO, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY | Workhorse | Yellow | No | Apr–May | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Dry | High | Seed | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly); Wind | Poaceae | L48 (N) | Moderate | Bunch | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | Low | 6–7.5 | Low | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | No | High | Low/Medium | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Hesperia comma | Yes | Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Northern Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Achnatherum | thurberianum | (Piper) Barkworth | NA (L48) | Monocot | Poaceae | POACEA | Grass family | Cyperales | Commelinidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 507961 | Perennial | Graminoid | None | Medium | No | No | No | Gray-Green | Moderate | Porous | Fine | |||||||||||||||||||
58 | Acleisanthes longiflora | ACLO2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A desert beauty thriving in well-drained soils and partial shade. Its slender, tubular yellow flowers come alive at night, drawing in sphinx moths for pollination. Known as the Angel's Trumpet, its blooms have traditional medicinal uses. Its seeds provide vital nutrition for desert wildlife. The plant displays a delightful spread of about two feet. | 1.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Angel's Trumpets | Acleisanthes longiflora | AZ, CA, NM, TX | Purple | Yes | May–Sep | 4 | 3 | Sun | Low | Moths | Nyctaginaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food | Yes | Southern California Mountains-Mojave Basin and Range-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Cross Timbers-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Acleisanthes | longiflora | A. Gray | NA (L48) | Dicot | Nyctaginaceae | NYCTAG | Four o'clock family | Caryophyllales | Caryophyllidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 19547 | Perennial | Forb/herb, Subshrub | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
59 | Acmella oppositifolia | ACOP | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives best in well-drained soils with ample sunlight. Known to attract bees, its vivid yellow flowers add a splash of color to gardens. Traditionally used for toothaches due to its numbing properties. Its seeds provide food for birds, supporting local wildlife. Grows up to 30 cm, forming a mat-like groundcover. | 1.5 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Oppositeleaf Spotflower | Acmella oppositifolia | AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MO, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX | Green | Yes | Jul–Sep | 2 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Wet, Moist | Low | Sprig | None Known | Asteraceae | L48 (N) | Long | Stoloniferous | Prostrate | No Color | Deciduous | None | 5–7.5 | Low | Rapid | Summer | None | No | Low | /High | Unlikely | Cross Timbers-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Ozark Highlands-Piedmont-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Southeastern Plains-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Southern Florida Coastal Plain | Acmella | oppositifolia | (Lam.) R.K. Jansen | NA (L48) | Dicot | Asteraceae | ASTERA | Aster family | Asterales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 182433 | Perennial | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
60 | Acoelorraphe wrightii | ACWR4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Ideal for warm, dry conditions, Acoelorraphe wrightii thrives in sandy soils and tolerates salt. Attracts birds, which love its small purple fruit. Banshee-like, with thin, fan-like leaves, it's a popular choice for landscaping designs. Its sturdy trunk, which splits into multiple stems, also provides cover and nesting material for animals. | 2.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Tree, Shrub | Everglades Palm | Acoelorraphe wrightii | FL | Green | No | May–Oct | 20 | 10 | Sun | Wet | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly); Wind | Arecaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Asbolis capucinus | Yes | Southern Coastal Plain-Southern Florida Coastal Plain | Acoelorraphe | wrightii | (Griseb. & H. Wendl.) H. Wendl. ex Becc. | NA (L48) | Monocot | Arecaceae | ARECAC | Palm family | Arecales | Arecidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 42434 | Perennial | Shrub, Tree | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
61 | Aconitum columbianum | ACCO4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in part shade to full sun, loves moist, well-drained soil. Its vibrant blue-purple flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Traditionally used for pain relief, though highly poisonous if ingested incorrectly. Provides nectar and pollen for wildlife, creating a mini ecosystem. Reaches a height of 3-6 feet with feathery leaves. | 2.7 | 0 | Yes | No | Yes | Herb (perennial) | Columbian Monkshood | Aconitum columbianum | AZ, CA, CO, IA, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY | Pollinator | Violet | Yes | Jul–Aug | 3 | 2 | Shade | Moist | Low | Seed, Container | Medium | Native Bees; Bombus; Hummingbirds | Ranunculaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Moderate | Single Crown | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | None | 5.4–7.2 | Medium | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | No | Medium | Low/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Canadian Rockies-Northwestern Great Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Driftless Area-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range | Aconitum | columbianum | Nutt. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Ranunculaceae | RANUNC | Buttercup family | Ranunculales | Magnoliidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 18416 | Perennial | Forb/herb | None | Medium | No | No | Yes | Green | Moderate | Porous | Medium | ||||||||||||||||||||
62 | Aconitum uncinatum | ACUN | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A woodland perennial, Aconitum uncinatum thrives in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Tall, hooded, blue-purple flowers bloom in late summer, attracting bees and butterflies. Deer-resistant and poisonous, it's ideal for naturalizing wooded areas. The plant provides cover and nectar for wildlife, reaching 3-4 feet in height. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Southern Blue Monkshood | Aconitum uncinatum | AL, DC, GA, IL, IN, KY, MD, MO, NC, NH, OH, PA, SC, TN, VA, WV | Pollinator | Blue | Yes | Jul–Oct | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Wet, Moist, Dry | Medium | Native Bees; Bombus | Ranunculaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Piedmont-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills | Aconitum | uncinatum | L. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Ranunculaceae | RANUNC | Buttercup family | Ranunculales | Magnoliidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 18421 | Perennial | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
63 | Acorus americanus | ACAM | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | Edge of the Woods Orefield, Fox Hill Gardens, Friendship Farms Latrobe, Tait Farm | ErnstSeed.com, Everwilde.com, IzelPlants.com, PrairieMoon.com, ToadShade.com | No Article | Yes | Thrives in wet, swampy conditions, ideal for pond edges or water gardens. Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies. Fragrant, grass-like foliage grows 2-4 feet tall, with tiny yellow-green flowers on spadix. Provides habitat for aquatic wildlife. Traditional medicinal uses include treating digestive issues, inflammation, and cold symptoms. | 5.35 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Sweetflag | Acorus americanus | AK, CT, DC, DE, IA, ID, IL, IN, MA, ME, MI, MN, MT, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SD, VA, VT, WA, WI | Pollinator | Yellow | No | May–Jun | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Wet | None | Sprig | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies | Acoraceae | L48 (N), AK (N), CAN (N) | Moderate | Rhizomatous | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | None | 5.6–7.2 | Medium | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | No | None | /Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Columbia Plateau-Northern Rockies-Central Irregular Plains-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Ridge and Valley-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens-Alaska | Acorus | americanus | (Raf.) Raf. | NA (L48, AK, CAN) | Monocot | Acoraceae | ACORAC | Calamus family | Arales | Arecidae | Liliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 182561 | Perennial | Forb/herb | None | No | Yes | No | Green | Dense | Moderate | Medium | |||||||||||||||||
64 | Acourtia runcinata | ACRU3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in sunny, well-drained locations. Attracts bees with its pinkish-purple flowers, blooming mainly from June until September. Useful for erosion control due to its deep root system. Provides food for local wildlife like birds and deer. Its slender, erect stems reach up to 1.5 meters tall. | 1.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Herb (perennial) | Featherleaf Desertpeony | Acourtia runcinata | TX | Purple | Apr–May | 3 | 2 | Sun | Low | Butterflies | Asteraceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food | Chihuahuan Deserts-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain | Acourtia | runcinata | (Lag. ex D. Don) B.L. Turner | NA (L48) | Dicot | Asteraceae | ASTERA | Aster family | Asterales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 36455 | Perennial | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
65 | Acrostichum aureum | ACAU3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in damp, salty soils, making it ideal for coastal gardens. This golden fern draws butterflies, attracting insect life. Traditional medicine values it for treating skin ailments. Supports local wildlife as it provides shelter. A large leafy green that turns golden, hence its name. | 1.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Golden Leatherfern | Acrostichum aureum | FL, HI | White | Yes | Feb–Nov | 3 | 4 | Sun | Dry, Moist | Low | Larval Host (Moth) | Pteridaceae | L48 (N), HI (I), PR (N), VI (N) | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Stathmopoda elyella | Southern Coastal Plain-Southern Florida Coastal Plain | Acrostichum | aureum | L. | NA (L48, GU, PB), HI, PR, VI | Fern | Pteridaceae | PTERID | Maidenhair Fern family | Polypodiales | Filicopsida | Pteridophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 17305 | Perennial | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
66 | Actaea pachypoda | ACPA | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | Gino's Newtown, Keystone Robesonia | AmandasNativePlants.com, Everwilde.com, MidAtlanticNatives.com, PrairieMoon.com | No Article | Yes | Ideal for shade gardens, prefers moist, well-drained soil; attracts bees, butterflies; beautiful white flowers in spring; produces white berries with a black dot, resembling doll's eyes; provides food for birds, small mammals; deer resistant; ornamental value; | 4.1 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | No | Herb (perennial) | White Baneberry | Actaea pachypoda | AL, AR, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV | Workhorse/Pollinator | White | Yes | May–Jun | 2.5 | 2 | Part Shade, Shade | Dry | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Moths | Ranunculaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Middle Rockies-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Piedmont-Western Corn Belt Plains-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Actaea | pachypoda | Elliott | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Ranunculaceae | RANUNC | Buttercup family | Ranunculales | Magnoliidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 18722 | Perennial | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
67 | Actaea podocarpa | ACPO11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Ideal for shade gardens, this woodland perennial thrives in moist, well-drained soil. Gorgeous white, fragrant flowers bloom in late spring, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Berries provide food for birds and small mammals. Its attractive foliage and 2-3 feet height make it a fantastic addition to borders and naturalized areas. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Herb (perennial) | Mountain Bugbane | Actaea podocarpa | GA, IL, KY, MD, NC, PA, SC, TN, VA, WV | Pollinator | White | Yes | Jul–Sep | 4 | 3 | Part Shade, Shade | Moist, Dry | Medium | Butterflies; Hummingbirds | Ranunculaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Piedmont-Western Corn Belt Plains-Driftless Area-Central Corn Belt Plains-Northern Piedmont-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills | Actaea | podocarpa | DC. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Ranunculaceae | RANUNC | Buttercup family | Ranunculales | Magnoliidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | Perennial | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
68 | Actaea racemosa | ACRA7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | Archewild Quakertown, Fox Hill Gardens, Gino's Newtown | MidAtlanticNatives.com | No Article | Yes | Thrives in partial to full shade, moist, well-drained soil. Fragrant, white flowers attract pollinators like butterflies and bees. Deer-resistant, provides habitat for small mammals, birds. Used medicinally for women's health issues. Grows 4-6 feet tall, with arching racemes and toothed, green leaves. Blooms late spring to early summer. | 5.5 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Herb (perennial) | Black Baneberry | Actaea racemosa | AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, VA, WV | Workhorse/Pollinator | White | Yes | May–Jul | 3 | 2 | Part Shade, Shade | Moist | Very High | Native Bees; Bombus; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Moths; Butterflies; Larval Host (Butterfly); Hummingbirds | Ranunculaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Medium | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Celastrina argiolus lucia/neglecta, Celastrina ladon, Celastrina neglectamajor | Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Piedmont-Western Corn Belt Plains-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Actaea | racemosa | L. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Ranunculaceae | RANUNC | Buttercup family | Ranunculales | Magnoliidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | Perennial | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
69 | Actaea rubra | ACRU2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Calyx Native Nursery | AmandasNativePlants.com, PrairieMoon.com | No Article | Yes | Prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Blooms spring to early summer, attracting bees and butterflies. Produces red berries, valuable food source for birds and mammals. Deer resistant. Grows 18-36 inches tall, with white or cream-colored flowers and lacy, green foliage. Use in woodland gardens or shady borders. | 3.1 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Red Baneberry | Actaea rubra | AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, ME, MI, MN, MT, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, WY | Workhorse/Pollinator | White | Yes | Apr–Jun | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Moist, Dry | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Moths; Larval Host (Moth) | Ranunculaceae | L48 (N), AK (N), CAN (N) | Medium | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Eupithecia strattonata | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wyoming Basin-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Canadian Rockies-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Ridge and Valley-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast-Alaska | Actaea | rubra | (Aiton) Willd. | NA (L48, AK, CAN) | Dicot | Ranunculaceae | RANUNC | Buttercup family | Ranunculales | Magnoliidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 18723 | Perennial | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
70 | Adenocaulon bicolor | ADBI | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A hidden beauty for shaded, moist areas, it shows off unique white flower clusters that entice small bees. Perfect for wildlife lovers as it's a valuable food source for caterpillars. Its green top leaves contrast beautifully with the silvery-white undersides, making for a dramatic ground cover. No known special uses. | 1.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (perennial) | American Trailplant | Adenocaulon bicolor | CA, ID, MI, MN, MT, ND, OR, SD, WA, WY | White | Yes | May–Jul | 2 | 2 | Part Shade, Shade | Wet | Low | Larval Host (Moth) | Asteraceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Eupithecia formosa | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Canadian Rockies-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Northern Basin and Range | Adenocaulon | bicolor | Hook. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Asteraceae | ASTERA | Aster family | Asterales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 36463 | Perennial | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
71 | Adenophyllum cooperi | ADCO2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A perennial shrub, it thrives in dry, rocky soils and full sun. Its bright yellow flowers attract bees, key pollinators. It's used for ground cover in xeriscaping due to its drought tolerance. A food source for local wildlife, it adds a pop of color with its daisy-like flowers. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Shrub | Cooper's Dogweed | Adenophyllum cooperi | AZ, CA, NV, UT | White–Yellow | Yes | Jun | 3 | 3 | Sun | Dry | Medium | Native Bees; Honey Bees | Asteraceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Sierra Nevada-Southern California Mountains-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Adenophyllum | cooperi | (A. Gray) Strother | NA (L48) | Dicot | Asteraceae | ASTERA | Aster family | Asterales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 185202 | Perennial | Subshrub | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
72 | Adenophyllum porophylloides | ADPO | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Loves sunny, dry places and well-drained soil. Delights butterflies with its yellow flowers in fall. Offers shelter to small critters. Easy on eyes with its needle-like leaves. | 1.3 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Shrub | San Felipe Dogweed | Adenophyllum porophylloides | AZ, CA, NV | Yellow | No | Apr–Jul | 3 | 2 | Sun | Low | Native Bees | Asteraceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food | Yes | Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Mojave Basin and Range-Colorado Plateaus-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Adenophyllum | porophylloides | (A. Gray) Strother | NA (L48) | Dicot | Asteraceae | ASTERA | Aster family | Asterales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 185203 | Perennial | Subshrub | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
73 | Adenostoma fasciculatum | ADFA | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Honey bees are its primary pollinators. Traditionally, its stems were used to make instruments and its leaves make great fire starters. Its flowers and seeds serve as food for many wildlife species. Recognizable by its needle-like leaves and small, white flowers. | 5.5 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Shrub | Chamise | Adenostoma fasciculatum | CA, NV | Pollinator | White | No | Apr–May | 6 | 6 | Sun | Dry | High | Seed, Container, Bare root | Very High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Larval Host (Butterfly); Larval Host (Moth) | Rosaceae | L48 (N) | Moderate | Thicket Forming | Semi-Erect | No Color | Evergreen | Medium | 4–6 | Low | Fall, Winter, Spring | High | Yes | High | Medium/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Argyrotaenia niscana, Aristotelia adenostomae, Aristotelia eldorada, Aroga eldorada, Chlorosea banksaria gracearia, Hemileuca eglanterina, Hemileuca electra electra, Hulstina wrightiaria, Lacinipolia quadrilineata, Nasusina vaportata, Paleacrita longiciliata, Plodia interpunctella, Pterotaea lamiaria, Satyrium tetra | Coast Range-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Mojave Basin and Range-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Adenostoma | fasciculatum | Hook. & Arn. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Rosaceae | ROSACE | Rose family | Rosales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 25090 | Perennial | Shrub | None | Yes | Yes | No | Dark Green | Moderate | Moderate | Medium | |||||||||||||||||
74 | Adenostoma sparsifolium | ADSP | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in full sun and dry soils, perfect for a low-water garden. Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds who feast on its seeds. Great for erosion control on slopes. Features thin, green leaves and wand-like branches speckled year-round with tiny, white, rose-like flowers. Offers unique gray-green color to landscapes. | 1.3 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Tree, Shrub | Redshank | Adenostoma sparsifolium | CA | Green | No | May–Jul | 6 | 6 | Sun | Dry | Low | Bombus | Rosaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Mojave Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Adenostoma | sparsifolium | Torr. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Rosaceae | ROSACE | Rose family | Rosales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 25091 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
75 | Adiantum aleuticum | ADAL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Prefers shady, moist areas. Known for its delicate, feather-like fronds. Useful as an ornamental plant in damp gardens. Attracts various insects, though not a specific pollinator. Provides habitat for small wildlife. Not known for significant wildlife value. Notable for surviving in tough conditions. | 0.5 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Aleutian Maidenhair | Adiantum aleuticum | AK, AZ, CA, CO, ID, MD, ME, MI, MT, NV, OR, PA, UT, VT, WA, WV, WY | White | No | Jun–Oct | 2 | 2 | Shade | Moist, Wet | Sprig | None Known | Pteridaceae | L48 (N), AK (N), CAN (N) | Available 2017 | Coast Range-Puget Lowland-Willamette Valley-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Columbia Plateau-Blue Mountains-Snake River Plain-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Northern Rockies-Idaho Batholith-Middle Rockies-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-Northeastern Highlands-Northern Piedmont-North Cascades-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Northern Basin and Range-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast-Alaska | Adiantum | aleuticum | (Rupr.) Paris | NA (L48, AK, CAN) | Fern | Pteridaceae | PTERID | Maidenhair Fern family | Polypodiales | Filicopsida | Pteridophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 181788 | Perennial | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
76 | Adiantum capillus-veneris | ADCA | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A delicate fern delighted by shade and moisture, it's ideal for fostering a tranquil garden space. Tiny spores, not insects, play part in its reproduction, making it pollen allergy-friendly. Often used for its purifying properties and can attract small birds that seek cover in its feathery, arching fronds. | 1.5 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Common Maidenhair | Adiantum capillus-veneris | AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, HI, KY, LA, MD, MO, MS, NC, NM, NV, OH, OK, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA | White | No | Jun–Aug | 2 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Wet, Moist, Dry | None | Seed, Bare root | None Known | Pteridaceae | L48 (N), HI (N), PR (N), CAN (N) | Moderate | Rhizomatous | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | None | 6–8 | Low | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | No | None | Low/Low | Available 2017 | Coast Range-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Middle Rockies-Wasatch and Uinta Mountains-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Piedmont-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Southern Florida Coastal Plain-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast-Hawaii | Adiantum | capillus-veneris | L. | NA (L48, CAN), HI, PR | Fern | Pteridaceae | PTERID | Maidenhair Fern family | Polypodiales | Filicopsida | Pteridophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 17308 | Perennial | Forb/herb | None | No | No | No | Green | Porous | Porous | Fine | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
77 | Adiantum pedatum | ADPE | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 0 | Bowman's New Hope, Diakon Boiling Springs, Edge of the Woods Orefield, Fox Hill Gardens, Gino's Newtown, Heartwood Felton, Hungry Hook Bainbridge, Keystone Robesonia, Redbud Media, Tait Farm | AmandasNativePlants.com, IzelPlants.com, MidAtlanticNatives.com, PlantMoreNatives.com | No Article | Yes | Ideal for shaded areas, this delicate, fern-like plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil, offering a lacy touch to woodland gardens. With its attractive, fan-shaped fronds and arching stems, it provides cover for small wildlife and creates a lush groundcover. No significant pollinators or specific uses, but offers high ornamental value. | 4.75 | 0 | No | No | No | Herb (perennial) | Northern Maidenhair | Adiantum pedatum | AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV | Workhorse | Brown | No | Jun–Aug | 2 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Moist, Dry | Low | Container, Sprig | None Known | Pteridaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Moderate | Rhizomatous | Semi-Erect | Color | Deciduous | None | 4.6–6.6 | High | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | No | Medium | Available 2017 | Middle Rockies-Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-East Central Texas Plains-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-Piedmont-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Adiantum | pedatum | L. | NA (L48, CAN) | Fern | Pteridaceae | PTERID | Maidenhair Fern family | Polypodiales | Filicopsida | Pteridophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 17311 | Perennial | Forb/herb | None | Medium | No | No | No | Dark Green | Moderate | Porous | Fine | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
78 | Aeschynomene americana | AEAM | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Loves warm and sunny locations with moist soil. Attracts bees, a key pollinator. Cherished for its nitrogen fixation ability, useful for soil improvement. Its seeds are favorite meals for various birds, enhancing wildlife value. Yellow flowers and fan-shaped foliage add visual interest. | 1.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Herb (perennial) | Shyleaf | Aeschynomene americana | AL, FL, GA, LA, MD | White–Pink | Yes | Jun–Nov | 3 | 3 | Sun, Part Shade | Dry | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly) | Fabaceae | L48 (N), PR (N), VI (I) | Unlikely | Larval Food | Yes | Eurema nicippe | Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Southeastern Plains-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Southern Florida Coastal Plain | Aeschynomene | americana | L. | NA (L48, GU, PB), PR, VI | Dicot | Fabaceae | FABACE | Pea family | Fabales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 25360 | Perennial | Forb/herb, Subshrub | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
79 | Aeschynomene virginica | AEVI3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A delicate bloom, perfect for a sunny, wet spot in your garden. Bees and butterflies love its summer-long, yellow flowers. This aquatic 'Sensitive Joint Vetch' has a special role - it stabilizes shorelines and provides shelter for small wildlife. Watch out for height, it can grow up to six feet. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Herb (annual) | Virginia Jointvetch | Aeschynomene virginica | DE, MD, NC, NJ, PA, VA | Pink | No | Jun–Sep | 3 | 3 | Sun | Wet | Medium | Native Bees; Bombus | Fabaceae | L48 (NI) | Unlikely | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Piedmont-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Aeschynomene | virginica | (L.) Britton, Sterns & Poggenb. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Fabaceae | FABACE | Pea family | Fabales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 25359 | Annual | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
80 | Aeschynomene viscidula | AEVI | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in sunny, well-drained areas, luring bumblebees with its bright yellow flowers. Excellent as a soil improver, it fixes nitrogen to enhance fertility. A favorite among deer and other local wildlife for feeding. Has slim stems, small leaves, and grows up to 4 feet. | 1.7 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Herb (perennial) | Sticky Jointvetch | Aeschynomene viscidula | AL, FL, GA, MS, TX | Yellow | Apr–Sep | 3 | 3 | Sun | Wet | Medium | Butterflies; Larval Host (Butterfly) | Fabaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Eurema daira | Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-Southeastern Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Southern Florida Coastal Plain | Aeschynomene | viscidula | Michx. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Fabaceae | FABACE | Pea family | Fabales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 25366 | Perennial | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
81 | Aesculus californica | AECA | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Thrives in sunny, well-drained locations. With stunning pink-red flowers, it steals the show in spring, attracting bees for pollination. A decoction of its bark can soothe skin irritations. Birds and small mammals are fond of its bountiful seeds. In fall, yellow leaves add to its charm. | 5.5 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Tree, Shrub | California Buckeye | Aesculus californica | CA, OR | Pollinator | Pink–White | Yes | Jun–Aug | 20 | 25 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist | High | Seed, Container, Bare root | Very High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Moths; Butterflies; Larval Host (Butterfly); Larval Host (Moth) | Hippocastanaceae | L48 (N) | Long | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | None | 5.5–7.5 | Low | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Medium | Low/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Archips argyrospila, Archips rileyana, Argyrotaenia francisana, Celastrina argiolus, Choristoneura rosaceana, Orthosia pacifica, Sabulodes caberata | Coast Range-Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Central California Valley-Southern California Mountains-Central Basin and Range-Mojave Basin and Range-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Southern California/Northern Baja Coast | Aesculus | californica | (Spach) Nutt. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Hippocastanaceae | HIPPOC | Horse-chestnut family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28716 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | None | High | No | No | No | Red | Dense | Porous | Coarse | |||||||||||||||
82 | Aesculus flava | AEFL | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | Go Native Trees, GroWild, Heartwood Felton, Musser Forests Indiana, Overhill Gardens, Redbud Media | MidAtlanticNatives.com, ToadShade.com | No Article | Yes | Thriving in well-drained soils with full to partial sunlight, this large deciduous tree showcases showy yellow flowers in spring, attracting bees and hummingbirds. Its large, palmate leaves provide shade, while the inedible nuts serve as food for squirrels and deer. Ideal for landscaping, though mildly toxic. | 5.7 | 0 | Yes | No | Yes | Tree | Yellow Buckeye | Aesculus flava | AL, DC, GA, IL, IN, KY, MD, MS, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, VA, WV | Pollinator | Yellow | Yes | May–Jun | 50 | 40 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Moist, Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | Medium | Native Bees; Larval Host (Moth); Hummingbirds | Hippocastanaceae | L48 (N) | Long | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | Medium | None | 5–7 | High | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Low | Low/ | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Cameraria aesculisella, Hyalophora cecropia, Hyphantria cunae, Orgyia leucostigma | Piedmont-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Aesculus | flava | Aiton | NA (L48) | Dicot | Hippocastanaceae | HIPPOC | Horse-chestnut family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28717 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | None | High | No | No | Yes | Green | Dense | Porous | Coarse | ||||||||||||||||
83 | Aesculus glabra | AEGL | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | Friendship Farms Latrobe, Go Native Trees, GroWild, Overhill Gardens, Redbud Media | MidAtlanticNatives.com | No Article | Yes | A deciduous tree, producing yellow-green flowers in spring, attracting bees and hummingbirds. Ideal in full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant once established. Offers wildlife value, providing food for squirrels, deer, and birds. Bark, leaves, and seeds contain medicinal properties. Grows 50-75 feet tall with a 40-foot spread. | 7.1 | 0 | Yes | No | Yes | Tree | Ohio Buckeye | Aesculus glabra | AL, AR, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, SD, TN, TX, VA, WI, WV | Pollinator | Yellow–Green | Yes | Apr–May | 30 | 35 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Moist, Dry | Medium | Seed, Container, Bare root | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Larval Host (Moth); Hummingbirds | Hippocastanaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Short | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | None | 5–7.1 | Medium | Rapid | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Low | Low/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Amyelois transitella, Cameraria aesculisella, Hyphantria cunae, Lophocampa caryae, Orgyia leucostigma, Zeiraphera claypoleana | Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Aesculus | glabra | Willd. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Hippocastanaceae | HIPPOC | Horse-chestnut family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28718 | Perennial | Tree | None | High | No | No | Yes | Green | Dense | Porous | Coarse | |||||||||||||||
84 | Aesculus parviflora | AEPA2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 0 | Arcadia Natives Washington, Archewild Quakertown, David Brothers Norristown, Fox Hill Gardens, Gino's Newtown, GroWild, Heartwood Felton, Northbrook Natives Kennet Square, Overhill Gardens, Redbud Media, Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve, Superior Trees | No Article | Yes | Ideal for partial shade, moist, well-drained soil, this deciduous shrub boasts long, showy white flower clusters in summer, attracting hummingbirds and bees. Low maintenance, it provides wildlife habitat and food for deer and squirrels. With a mature height of 8-12 feet, its dark green foliage turns yellow-orange in fall. | 4.7 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Shrub | Bottlebrush Buckeye | Aesculus parviflora | AL, DC, GA, NJ, NY, PA, SC | Pollinator | White | Yes | Jul–Aug | 10 | 10 | Part Shade, Shade | Moist | Medium | Bombus; Butterflies; Hummingbirds | Hippocastanaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Piedmont-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau | Aesculus | parviflora | Walter | NA (L48) | Dicot | Hippocastanaceae | HIPPOC | Horse-chestnut family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28722 | Perennial | Shrub, Tree | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
85 | Aesculus pavia | AEPA | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 0 | Fox Hill Gardens, Gino's Newtown, Go Native Trees, GroWild, Heartwood Felton, Meadowsweet Native York, Musser Forests Indiana, Northbrook Natives Kennet Square, Overhill Gardens, Recreative Natives, Superior Trees | IzelPlants.com, MidAtlanticNatives.com | No Article | Yes | Ideal for sunny to partially shaded areas, it boasts stunning red flowers in spring, attracting bees and hummingbirds. This beautiful mid-sized shrub-treat serves as a food source for wildlife, especially squirrels and deer. Its crushed seeds repel insects, making it a natural pest deterrent. | 6.1 | 0 | Yes | No | Yes | Tree, Shrub | Red Buckeye | Aesculus pavia | AL, AR, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MO, MS, NC, OH, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV | Workhorse/Pollinator | Red, Pink | Yes | May–Jun | 20 | 15 | Part Shade, Shade | Wet, Moist, Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Larval Host (Moth); Hummingbirds | Hippocastanaceae | L48 (N), CAN (I) | Long | Single Stem | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | None | 3.7–7 | Medium | Moderate | Spring, Summer | Low | Yes | Low | Low/Low | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Archips rileyana | Central Great Plains-Cross Timbers-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Piedmont-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain | Aesculus | pavia | L. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Hippocastanaceae | HIPPOC | Horse-chestnut family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28723 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | None | High | Yes | No | Yes | Yellow-Green | Dense | Porous | Coarse | ||||||||||||||||
86 | Aesculus sylvatica | AESY | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | Go Native Trees | No Article | Yes | Thrives in part shade, with moist, well-drained soil. Attracts bees as primary pollinators. Traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Attracts wildlife, providing food for squirrels and birds. Known for its spring bloom of white flowers and unique, shiny seeds visible in fall. Grows up to 15-20 feet. | 4.7 | 0 | Yes | No | Yes | Tree, Shrub | Painted Buckeye | Aesculus sylvatica | AL, GA, NC, SC, TN, VA | Pollinator | Yellow–Green, Red | Yes | Apr–May | 20 | 15 | Shade | Wet, Moist, Dry | Low | Seed, Container, Bare root | Medium | Native Bees; Hummingbirds | Hippocastanaceae | L48 (N) | Long | Single Stem | Erect | Color | Deciduous | Medium | None | 5–7 | High | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | Yes | Low | Low/ | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Piedmont-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Interior Plateau-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains | Aesculus | sylvatica | W. Bartram | NA (L48) | Dicot | Hippocastanaceae | HIPPOC | Horse-chestnut family | Sapindales | Rosidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 28724 | Perennial | Tree, Shrub | None | High | No | No | Yes | Green | Dense | Porous | Coarse | |||||||||||||||||||
87 | Agalinis acuta | AGAC | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A rare flower, thriving in sandy, acidic soil and full sun. This pink, autumn-blooming beauty has a special talent in luring bumblebees for pollination. It's not just ornamental, it's a vital food source for moth larvae too. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Herb (annual) | Sandplain False Foxglove | Agalinis acuta | CT, MA, MD, NY, RI | Pink | Yes | Aug–Oct | 2 | 1 | Sun | Moist, Wet | Medium | Native Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Butterflies | Scrophulariaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Agalinis | acuta | Pennell | NA (L48) | Dicot | Scrophulariaceae | SCROPH | Figwort family | Scrophulariales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 33009 | Annual | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
88 | Agalinis auriculata | AGAU3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | PrairieMoon.com | No Article | No | Ear-leaved foxglove thrives in full sun, moist to wet soils, and tolerates sandy, loamy, or clay textures. Growing 1-3 feet tall, it boasts tubular pink flowers, attracting hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. Provides shelter, nectar, and pollen for wildlife. Excellent for rain gardens, stream banks, and naturalizing damp areas. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Herb (annual) | Earleaf False Foxglove | Agalinis auriculata | AL, AR, DC, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NJ, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, WV | Pollinator | Purple | Yes | Aug–Sep | 2 | 1 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist, Dry | Medium | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees | Scrophulariaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-Texas Blackland Prairies-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Piedmont-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Erie Drift Plain-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Agalinis | auriculata | (Michx.) S.F. Blake | NA (L48) | Dicot | Scrophulariaceae | SCROPH | Figwort family | Scrophulariales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 182269 | Annual | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
89 | Agalinis harperi | AGHA3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives best in full sun, with well-drained, dry soil. Attracts bumblebees as primary pollinators. Known for its bright pink blooms and thin, loosely organized foliage, it adds delicate beauty to any garden. It provides necessary habitat and food for wildlife, particularly caterpillars. | 1.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Herb (annual) | Coastal Plain False Foxglove | Agalinis harperi | FL, GA, LA, MS, SC | Purple | Yes | Aug–Oct | 3 | 2 | Sun | Moist | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly) | Scrophulariaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Larval Food | Yes | Junonia coenia | Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Southeastern Plains-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain | Agalinis | harperi | Pennell | NA (L48) | Dicot | Scrophulariaceae | SCROPH | Figwort family | Scrophulariales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | Annual | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
90 | Agalinis maritima | AGMA3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Loves sunny, sandy spots near the coast. Attracts bees as primary pollinators. Tiny, bright pink flowers add a pop of color in late summer and fall. An important food source for wildlife, especially finches and sparrows. Its herbal properties are used traditionally for wound healing. | 2.1 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Herb (annual) | Saltmarsh False Foxglove | Agalinis maritima | AL, CT, DE, FL, LA, MA, MD, ME, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NY, RI, SC, TX, VA | Pollinator | Purple | Yes | Jul–Oct | 3 | 2 | Sun | Wet | High | Native Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Butterflies; Larval Host (Butterfly) | Scrophulariaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Junonia coenia, Junonia evarete | Western Gulf Coastal Plain-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Southern Coastal Plain-Southern Florida Coastal Plain-Acadian Plains and Hills-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Agalinis | maritima | (Raf.) Raf. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Scrophulariaceae | SCROPH | Figwort family | Scrophulariales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 33008 | Annual | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
91 | Agalinis paupercula | AGPA12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | A delicate beauty, loves sun-soaked environments with moist, well-drained soil. Bumblebees can't resist its petite pink blooms, ensuring regular visits. A feast for birds as it turns into seed. Unusual addition to wild gardens. Foliage slender, almost ethereal, earning it the nickname ,poor man's agalinis. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Herb (annual) | Smallflower False Foxglove | Agalinis paupercula | CT, IA, IL, IN, MA, ME, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VA, VT, WI | Purple | Aug–Sep | 2 | 1 | Sun | Moist | Medium | Native Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Butterflies | Scrophulariaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Western Corn Belt Plains-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Agalinis | paupercula | (A. Gray) Britton | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Scrophulariaceae | SCROPH | Figwort family | Scrophulariales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 33031 | Annual | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
92 | Agalinis purpurea | AGPU5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Tait Farm | No Article | Yes | Delicate, purple-pink flowers bloom on slender stems from August to October. Thrives in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds as pollinators. Valuable nectar source for wildlife. Useful in rain gardens, meadow plantings, and naturalized areas. Grows up to 3 feet tall. | 3.1 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Herb (annual) | Purple False Foxglove | Agalinis purpurea | AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, WV | Pollinator | Purple | Yes | Apr–Oct | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade, Shade | Wet, Moist | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Butterflies; Larval Host (Butterfly) | Scrophulariaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Junonia evarete | Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-Piedmont-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Agalinis | purpurea | (L.) Pennell | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Scrophulariaceae | SCROPH | Figwort family | Scrophulariales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 33007 | Annual | Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
93 | Agalinis strictifolia | AGST4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Perfect for sunny spots, this slender, attractive plant thrives in moist or wet soil. Fascinating pink, bell-shaped flowers invite butterflies and hummingbirds. Known for its medicinal uses by indigenous cultures, it's a go-to remedy for stomachaches. Its seeds nourish birds, making it a wildlife haven in your yard. | 1.3 | 0 | No | Yes | No | Herb (annual) | Stiffleaf False Foxglove | Agalinis strictifolia | TX | Purple | Yes | Aug–Oct | 3 | 2 | Sun | Moist | Low | Larval Host (Butterfly) | Scrophulariaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Larval Food | Yes | Junonia evarete | Cross Timbers-Edwards Plateau-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain | Agalinis | strictifolia | (Benth.) Pennell | NA (L48) | Dicot | Scrophulariaceae | SCROPH | Figwort family | Scrophulariales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 33035 | Annual | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
94 | Agalinis tenuifolia | AGTE3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | PrairieMoon.com | No Article | No | Slender, delicate, with pink flowers, this annual prefers part to full sun, well-drained soils. Attracting bees and hummingbirds, it benefits pollinator gardens. Ideal for meadows or wildflower gardens, it provides food for wildlife, particularly songbirds. Blooms late summer to fall, reaching 1-3 feet tall. Easy to grow, low maintenance. | 2.1 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | Herb (annual) | Slenderleaf False Foxglove | Agalinis tenuifolia | AL, AR, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI, WV, WY | Pollinator | Purple | Yes | Aug–Oct | 2 | 1 | Sun, Part Shade | Wet, Moist, Dry | High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Butterflies | Scrophulariaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Middle Rockies-Southern Rockies-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-Southern Texas Plains-Texas Blackland Prairies-East Central Texas Plains-Western Gulf Coastal Plain-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-Piedmont-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Southern Coastal Plain-Acadian Plains and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Agalinis | tenuifolia | (Vahl) Raf. | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Scrophulariaceae | SCROPH | Figwort family | Scrophulariales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 33036 | Annual | Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
95 | Agarista populifolia | AGPO2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | GroWild, Overhill Gardens, Superior Trees | No Article | Yes | Loves shade and acidic, well-drained soils; it grows up to 15 feet with elegant, drooping branches. Features small, bell-shaped, fragrant flowers attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Great for hedges or privacy screens, offering berries that birds love. Remember, in spring, it blossoms beautiful white blooms. | 4.3 | 0 | No | No | No | Shrub | Florida Hobblebush | Agarista populifolia | FL, GA, NC, SC | Green | Yes | Mar–Aug | 6 | 6 | Shade | Moist | Low | Larval Host (Moth) | Ericaceae | L48 (N) | Available 2017 | Larval Food | Yes | Zomaria interruptolineana | Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Southeastern Plains-Southern Coastal Plain | Agarista | populifolia | (Lam.) W.S. Judd | NA (L48) | Dicot | Ericaceae | ERICAC | Heath family | Ericales | Dilleniidae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 23624 | Perennial | Shrub | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
96 | Agastache breviflora | AGBR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Perfect for sunny, dry spots, it boasts long-lasting purple flowers which bees and hummingbirds love. Having a strong mint scent, it's ideal for aroma gardens. Its leaves are edible, often used for seasoning. Stands tall at about 2-3 feet, providing shelter for small wildlife. | 1.3 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Trans-Pecos Giant Hyssop | Agastache breviflora | AZ, NM | Purple | Yes | Apr–Jun | 3 | 2 | Sun | Low | Native Bees | Lamiaceae | L48 (N) | Unlikely | Adult Food | Yes | Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range | Agastache | breviflora | (A. Gray) Epling | NA (L48) | Dicot | Lamiaceae | LAMIAC | Mint family | Lamiales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 32432 | Perennial | Subshrub, Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
97 | Agastache foeniculum | AGFO | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 0 | Archewild Quakertown, Diakon Boiling Springs, Fox Hill Gardens, Gino's Newtown, GroWild, Keystone Robesonia, Overhill Gardens, Redbud Media | AmandasNativePlants.com, ErnstSeed.com, Everwilde.com, PlantMoreNatives.com, PrairieMoon.com, SouthernSeedExchange.com, ToadShade.com | No Article | Yes | A sun-loving perennial, this fragrant plant thrives in well-drained soil, reaching 2-4 feet in height. Its lavender-blue flowers bloom from mid-summer to early fall, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Deer-resistant, it offers wildlife value and has edible leaves, often used for tea or seasoning. | 6 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Blue Giant Hyssop | Agastache foeniculum | CO, CT, DE, IA, IL, KY, MI, MN, MT, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, PA, SD, WA, WI, WY | Workhorse/Pollinator | Blue | Yes | Jul–Oct | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Dry | Very High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Butterflies; Nesting and Structure (Bees); Hummingbirds | Lamiaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Medium | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Nesting and Structure (Bees) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Middle Rockies-Southern Rockies-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Northwestern Glaciated Plains-Northwestern Great Plains-Nebraska Sand Hills-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Lake Agassiz Plain-Northern Minnesota Wetlands-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Piedmont-Ridge and Valley-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Agastache | foeniculum | (Pursh) Kuntze | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Lamiaceae | LAMIAC | Mint family | Lamiales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 32440 | Perennial | Subshrub, Forb/herb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
98 | Agastache nepetoides | AGNE2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Archewild Quakertown, Hungry Hook Bainbridge | Everwilde.com, PrairieMoon.com, ToadShade.com | No Article | Yes | Tall, green-yellow flowers in summer, ideal in full sun to light shade, well-drained soil. Attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds. Aromatic leaves, used in tea. Deer resistant, seeds provide food for birds. Good for naturalizing, borders, and wildlife gardens. Grows 3-6 feet tall, 1-3 feet wide. | 6.75 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Yellow Giant Hyssop | Agastache nepetoides | AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV | Workhorse/Pollinator | Yellow | Yes | Jun–Aug | 4 | 3 | Sun, Part Shade | Moist, Dry | Very High | Native Bees; Bombus; Honey Bees; Beetles, Wasps, Flies; Butterflies; Monarchs; Larval Host (Butterfly); Hummingbirds | Yes | Lamiaceae | L48 (N), CAN (N) | Medium | Available 2017 | Adult Food; Larval Food; Nesting and Structure (Bees) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Celastrina argiolus lucia/neglecta | High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Central Great Plains-Flint Hills-Cross Timbers-South Central Plains-Ouachita Mountains-Arkansas Valley-Boston Mountains-Ozark Highlands-Central Irregular Plains-Piedmont-Northern Glaciated Plains-Western Corn Belt Plains-Northern Lakes and Forests-North Central Hardwood Forests-Driftless Area-Southeastern Wisconsin Till Plains-Central Corn Belt Plains-Eastern Corn Belt Plains-Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana Drift Plains-Huron/Erie Lake Plains-Northeastern Highlands-Northeastern Coastal Zone-Northern Allegheny Plateau-Erie Drift Plain-North Central Appalachians-Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain-Northern Piedmont-Southeastern Plains-Blue Ridge-Ridge and Valley-Southwestern Appalachians-Central Appalachians-Western Allegheny Plateau-Interior Plateau-Interior River Valleys and Hills-Mississippi Alluvial Plain-Mississippi Valley Loess Plains-Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands-Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens | Agastache | nepetoides | (L.) Kuntze | NA (L48, CAN) | Dicot | Lamiaceae | LAMIAC | Mint family | Lamiales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 32443 | Perennial | Subshrub, Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
99 | Agastache pallidiflora | AGPA | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | No | Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, showing off pale pink to lavender spikes. A favorite among bees and hummingbirds. Traditional use includes soothing stomach problems. It contributes significantly to wildlife habitats, offering both food and shelter. Has a minty fragrance with gray-green leaves and can grow up to 5 feet. | 1.7 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Bill Williams Mountain Giant Hyssop | Agastache pallidiflora | AZ, CO, NM, TX | Pollinator | White, Rose–Purple | Yes | Jul–Oct | 3 | 2 | Part Shade, Shade | Moist | Medium | Native Bees; Butterflies; Hummingbirds | Lamiaceae | L48 (N) | Medium | Available 2017 | Adult Food | Yes | Mojave Basin and Range-Colorado Plateaus-Southern Rockies-Arizona/New Mexico Plateau-Arizona/New Mexico Mountains-Chihuahuan Deserts-High Plains-Southwestern Tablelands-Madrean Archipelago-Sonoran Basin and Range | Agastache | pallidiflora | (A. Heller) Rydb. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Lamiaceae | LAMIAC | Mint family | Lamiales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 32444 | Perennial | Subshrub, Forb/herb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
100 | Agastache parvifolia | AGPA2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | No Article | Yes | Known for attracting hummingbirds, bees and butterflies, this easy-to-grow plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Its mint-like foliage and spikes of tiny violet-blue flowers are aromatic, with culinary and medicinal uses. Its dense structure provides cover for small wildlife. | 4.3 | 0 | Yes | No | No | Shrub, Herb (perennial) | Smallleaf Giant Hyssop | Agastache parvifolia | CA | Red | Yes | May–Jun | 3 | 2 | Sun, Part Shade | Dry | High | Seed, Sprig | Low | Native Bees | Lamiaceae | L48 (N) | Moderate | Rhizomatous | Erect | No Color | Deciduous | Low | 5.6–6.2 | Low | Moderate | Spring, Summer | None | No | Medium | Low/Low | Unlikely | Adult Food | Yes | Cascades-Sierra Nevada-Central California Foothills and Coastal Mountains-Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills-Central Basin and Range-Klamath Mountains/California High North Coast Range-Northern Basin and Range | Agastache | parvifolia | Eastw. | NA (L48) | Dicot | Lamiaceae | LAMIAC | Mint family | Lamiales | Asteridae | Magnoliopsida | Magnoliophyta | Spermatophyta | Tracheobionta | Plantae | 32448 | Perennial | Subshrub, Forb/herb | None | Medium | No | No | Yes | Dark Green | Moderate | Porous | Coarse | ||||||||||||||||||||||