Pronounced (approximate): dij-ih-TAL-iss gran-dih-FLOR-uh
Pale yellow, hanging tubular flowers line one side of an upright stem. Explore the photographs below, from close details to the plant in its surroundings.
Yellow Foxglove (Digitalis grandiflora): close view of hanging yellow tubular flowers. Tap to browse the photo gallery.
Other common names Large Yellow Foxglove
Family Plantaginaceae
Life cycle Short-lived perennial
Blooms Summer
Height 2–3 feet
Habitat Woodland gardens, edges, and other partly shaded sites
Bloom dates and size vary with region and growing conditions. Native status refers to North America.
Explore reported observations. Sightings are not a complete range map.
Woodland gardens, edges, and other partly shaded sites. Look for flowers in summer; timing varies locally.
A true foxglove, distinct from the Agalinis and Aureolaria false foxgloves in this guide. All parts are toxic if eaten.
Pale yellow, hanging tubular flowers line one side of an upright stem.
The flower throats show brownish spotting or netted markings.
Lance-shaped, finely toothed leaves become smaller up the stem.
Browse 4 photographs. Tap any image to enlarge it.
Native to central Europe and western Asia; introduced in parts of North America. The listed U.S. states are documented introduced occurrences, not a native range.
Documented introduced occurrences: CT, IL, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, OH, VT, WI.
Observation maps show submitted records, not every place the plant occurs. Follow local access rules when visiting a site.
Practice recognizing Yellow Foxglove, then explore other flowers in the guide.
Original photographs: Where’s Wildlife. Identification and distribution references:
References checked October 2026. Botanical Latin pronunciations are approximate.