Rough gayfeather

Liatris spheroidea

Rough gayfeather (Liatris spheroidea) is a perennial in the — family. Native range includes AR, KS, MO. Hardy in zones 2b–8a. Mature size 29"–6'.

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Family: —
Group: perennial
Native range: Native to 13 U.S. states, including AR, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY…
USDA hardiness: Zones 2b–8a
Mature size: 29"–6'
Sun: —
Water: —
Bloom: —
Wildlife value: Pollinator and wildlife support
Ecological role: native species profile

Field Notes

[ growing · ecology · siting · care ]

Rough gayfeather (Liatris spheroidea) is a perennial in the — family. Native range includes AR, KS, MO. Hardy in zones 2b–8a. Mature size 29"–6'.

Why it's on this list: native species profile. Native-range data from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (NPIN), cross-checked against iNaturalist observations. Part of Rooted Revival's regional native plant catalog — true natives for Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas.

Companion Planting

[ guild · polyculture · cross-layer pairings ]

In the same native range, rough gayfeather pairs naturally with: American Lotus (Nelumbo lutea), Broadleaf Arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia), Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa), Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis).

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