Quick answer: Royal catchfly (Silene regia) is native to 1 state. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically live plant, verified 16 Sep 2026.
Photo: Barnes, Dr. Thomas G. USFWS, Wikimedia Commons (PUBLIC DOMAIN)
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 | Low, Dry |
| Soil | Rocky |
| Bloom | May-Sep |
| Height | 2-5 ft |
| Wildlife value | Attracts hummingbirds |
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (16 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Live plant via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Royal catchfly
Where is Royal catchfly native?
Royal catchfly (Silene regia) is native to Arkansas. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Royal catchfly bloom?
Royal catchfly blooms May-Sep. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Royal catchfly need?
Light: Part shade. Water: Low, Dry. Soil: Rocky. Mature height: 2-5 ft.
Is Royal catchfly good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Attracts hummingbirds.
Is Royal catchfly deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Royal catchfly is drought-tolerant and tolerates shade.
Where can I buy real Royal catchfly seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as live plant that names the true species, last checked 16 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Silene regia on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Royal catchfly.
- Leavenworth's eryngo Eryngium leavenworthii
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- Prairie redroot Ceanothus herbaceus
- Steeplebush Spiraea tomentosa
- Fire pink Silene virginica
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