Clammyweed (Polanisia dodecandra) is a heat- and drought-tolerant annual that thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it a great choice for low-maintenance landscapes. Known for its sticky, aromatic foliage and delicate white to pink flowers, this native Texas wildflower blooms throughout the summer and attracts a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies. Its ability to tolerate heat, drought, and poor soils makes it especially well-suited for naturalized gardens and wildlife-friendly landscapes.

Scientific Name: Polanisia dodecandra

Origin: US, southern Canada, and northern Mexico

Height: About 3 feet tall

Spread:  1 to 2 feet

Light: Full Sun

Water: Low to Moderate

USDA Zone: 4-9

Blooms: May to October

Larval Host: Checkered White, Cabbage White, and Great Southern White butterflies.