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Seep Monkey Flower
Mimulus guttatus
In the United States:
Native
· also called seep monkeyflower, common monkeyflower
Honeybees forage on seep monkeyflower for both nectar and pollen, with studies showing preference for larger flowers offering higher rewards. Peak bloom spans late spring through summer, providing a prolonged foraging window in moist habitats. It requires consistently wet soil and can spread vigorously, potentially becoming weedy in disturbed areas.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | March–September |
| Hardiness zones | 6-9 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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