How to Grow and Care for Thelesperma

Stiff Greenthread (Thelesperma filifolium) is a perennial wildflower often used in making tea. It blooms from spring through summer with yellow, daisy-like flowers atop delicate, leafless stalks. Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators are attracted to its nectar, while birds feed upon the seeds. Grows in full sun in dry, sandy or rocky soils.

Hopi tea greenthread (Thelesperma megapotamicum) is a perennial herb native to the Southwestern United States. The common name comes from the leaves and flower stalks, which are very thin and threadlike. Indigenous peoples have traditionally used it to create yellow-orange dye for textiles and body paint. This tough plant thrives in harsh growing conditions where rain is scarce.

Navajo tea is a resilient perennial herb with a penchant for dry, open spaces. Its slender stems and fine foliage culminate in bright yellow, daisy-like flowers that seem to capture the harsh sunlight of its arid habitat. This splash of color, a signal to pollinators, contrasts sharply with the muted tones of its environment, aiding in pollination. The plant's hardiness allows it to thrive where moisture is sporadic, exemplified by its deep roots and drought-tolerant nature.

East texas greenthread is a hardy wildflower known for its bright yellow, daisy-like blooms, which are perched atop slender, branching stems. Thriving in arid landscapes, its narrow leaves and deep root system equip east texas greenthread to endure dry conditions. The vivid flowers attract pollinators and add splashes of color to the muted tones of its natural desert habitat.

Longstalk greenthread boasts daisy-like yellow flowers poised atop slender, elongated stems that give it a delicate appearance. Its leaves are narrow and sparse, optimized to minimize water loss in arid habitats where it thrives. This hardy species adapts to dry soils, its deep taproot seeking moisture well below the sunbaked surface.