Desmanthus illinoensis

Prairie Bundleflower

White, dense spheres of florets on stalks. Compound leaves have soft, fern-like appearance. Brown, sickle-shaped fruits are borne in clusters. Excellent wildlife plant.

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Height
12-72 Inches

Spread
18-36 Inches

Bloom/Seasonal Color
White

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Good Companions

Ashy Sunflower (Helianthus mollis), Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

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FACU

Nature Attracting

•	Songbird
•	Butterfly
•	Hummingbird
•	Beneficial Insects

Season of Interest

•	Mid (May-June)
•	Late (July-frost)

Soil Moisture

•

Average

Sun Exposure

•

Full Sun

USFS MO Ecological Map

•	Osage Plains
•	Central Dissected Till Plain
•	Ozark Highlands
•	Mississippi Aluvial Basin

Wildlife Benefit

•	Food/Birds
•	Food/Small Animals
•	Butterfly Nectar