Pencil Flower (Stylosanthes biflora) is a hardy and attractive perennial wildflower, celebrated for its delicate gold-yellow to orange pea-like blooms. Flowering steadily from spring through fall, this vibrant plant adds warmth and charm to gardens and naturalized landscapes.
Thriving in both full sun and partial shade, Pencil Flower is versatile and easy to grow, preferring well-drained clay or sandy soils. Its adaptability makes it an excellent choice for gardens in challenging conditions where reliable color and pollinator support are desired.
In addition to its beauty, Pencil Flower plays an important ecological role as the larval host plant for the Barred Sulphur butterfly. This quality makes it a valuable addition to wildflower and pollinator-friendly gardens, supporting biodiversity and enhancing the local ecosystem.
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