Quick answer: Texas mountain laurel (Dermatophyllum secundiflorum) is native to 1 state. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 04 Nov 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory 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 to part shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Low-Medium |
| Soil | Dry, rocky, well-drained, calcareous |
| Bloom | Feb-Apr |
| Height | 10-15 ft (to 30+ ft) |
| Wildlife value | Attracts insect pollinators/butterflies, deer-resistant |
Brilliant red seeds contain the highly poisonous alkaloid cytisine (sophorine), a nicotine-related narcotic/hallucinogen -- dangerous if ingested
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (04 Nov 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 04 Nov 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Texas mountain laurel
Where is Texas mountain laurel native?
Texas mountain laurel (Dermatophyllum secundiflorum) is native to Texas. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Texas mountain laurel bloom?
Texas mountain laurel blooms Feb-Apr. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Texas mountain laurel need?
Light: Full sun to part shade. Water: Low-Medium. Soil: Dry, rocky, well-drained, calcareous. Mature height: 10-15 ft (to 30+ ft).
Is Texas mountain laurel good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Attracts insect pollinators/butterflies, deer-resistant.
Is Texas mountain laurel deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Texas mountain laurel is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant.
Is Texas mountain laurel toxic?
Brilliant red seeds contain the highly poisonous alkaloid cytisine (sophorine), a nicotine-related narcotic/hallucinogen -- dangerous if ingested.
Where can I buy real Texas mountain laurel seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seeds that names the true species, last checked 04 Nov 2026. Look for the scientific name Dermatophyllum secundiflorum on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Texas mountain laurel.
- Engelmann's prickly pear (cactus apple) Opuntia engelmannii
- Huisache Vachellia farnesiana
- Mealy blue sage Salvia farinacea
- Texas sacahuista Nolina texana
- Twistleaf yucca Yucca rupicola
- Drummond phlox Phlox drummondii
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