species 10,417 observations
Splendid Mariposa Lily
Calochortus splendens
Field notes
Calochortus splendens is a North American species of mariposa lily known by the common name splendid mariposa lily.
Calochortus splendens is native to coastal mountains and valleys of California and Baja California, as far north as Lake County. It is found in various habitats, including chaparral and woodland.
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native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
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Specialist bees
Bees whose young are raised on the pollen of it
California Fairy Bee
1
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it
Dimorphic Flower Longhorn Beetle
1
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
Tansy Mustard Sweat Bee, Ochraceous Chimney Bee, Wide-striped Sweat Bee, Shining Mini-Digger
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Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Light
- Full sun Part shade
- Drought tolerant
- Yes
- Plant type
- Perennial Wildflower
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.