Quick answer: Desert willow (Chilopsis linearis) is native to 4 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 15 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Full sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil | Well-drained limestone, adapts to sand/loam/clay/rocky |
| Bloom | Apr-Oct (heaviest May-Jun) |
| Height | 15-40 ft |
| Wildlife value | Nectar for hummingbirds/insects; larval host for white-winged moths |
Buying it
Wild species
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
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