Quick answer: Henderson's shooting star (Dodecatheon hendersonii) is native to 3 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. No live listing of the true species was found as of 24 Oct 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 | Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Medium |
| Soil | Moist in spring |
| Bloom | Bloom Feb-May |
| Height | 6-16 in |
| Wildlife value | Bumble bees (buzz pollination) |
Buying it
No live listing of the true wild species was found as of 24 Oct 2026 — that means our last search didn't surface one, not that the plant is unavailable.
No live seed or plant listing found as of 24 Oct 2026. That means our last search didn't surface one — not that the plant is unavailable. Try a regional native-plant nursery.
Quick answers about Henderson's shooting star
Where is Henderson's shooting star native?
Henderson's shooting star (Dodecatheon hendersonii) is native to California, Oregon and Washington. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Henderson's shooting star bloom?
Henderson's shooting star blooms Feb-May. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Henderson's shooting star need?
Light: Part Shade. Water: Medium. Soil: Moist in spring. Mature height: 6-16 in.
Is Henderson's shooting star good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Bumble bees (buzz pollination).
Is Henderson's shooting star deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Henderson's shooting star is tolerates shade.
Where can I buy Henderson's shooting star?
We haven't found an online listing of the true wild species as of 24 Oct 2026. A regional native-plant nursery or native seed company is your best source; ask for Dodecatheon hendersonii by its scientific name.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Henderson's shooting star.
- Vine maple Acer circinatum
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- Douglas iris Iris douglasiana
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- Crevice alumroot Heuchera micrantha
- Western azalea Rhododendron occidentale
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