Calochortus vestae

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Mariposa lily

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Other common names

Mariposa lily, Mariposa tulip

Synonyms

Calochortus luteus Lindl. [2], Calochortus venustus var. vestae

Size

Time to Maturity
No preference

Botanical Details

Family
Liliaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
Calochortus are bulbous perennials with long linear basal leaves and shorter stem leaves; erect or nodding, tulip-like flowers in a wide range of colours are carried on branched stems in spring or early summer
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
California