Bluehead gilia (Gilia capitata ssp. capitata) is an annual wildflower in the Phlox family (Polemoniaceae) native to much of western North America, including California, where it grows along the coast and in the Sierra Nevada. It thrives in sandy or rocky soils and is found in a wide range of habitats.

This charming wildflower produces branching, leafy stems that range from 10 to 90 cm tall, topped with globe-shaped clusters of up to 100 small flowers. The blooms may be light blue, lavender, white, or pink, with protruding stamens that are often white with colored anthers. The delicate foliage is divided into toothed or lobed leaflets and may have a slightly hairy texture.

In the garden, bluehead gilia is best used in a naturalistic or meadow-style planting. It is frequently included in wildflower seed mixes and is well-suited to pollinator gardens, attracting bees and butterflies.