Dyschoriste linearis (Snake Herb)

Also known as Polkadots. Snake Herb features lavender flowers in late spring or early summer that attract butterflies. This native perennial is drought-tolerant and requires little water after establishment. It is a slow growing perennial that makes a good ground cover in sun to part shade. Snake Herb does well in a variety of soil, provided it has good drainage. It spreads by underground stolons.   AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Sun to part sun Bloom color Lavender to purple Bloom time Spring, summer Mature height 6"-1.5 ft Attracts Butterflies Host plant Common Buckeye butterfly. Notes Needs good drainage.   DISTRIBUTION MAPS  USDA MAP BONAP MAP  Present in state  Present in county and native  Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state           Not present in state  Present and rare, native in county  Previously present, now extinct  Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color)