Calochortus leichtlinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leichtlinii
ID:
763409
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 96: t. 5862 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000762742
Common Names
- Leichtlinii Mariposa Lily
- Leichtlinii Globe Lily
- Leichtlinii Star Tulip
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calochortus leichtlinii (also called Mariposa Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and an erect stem with a single flower. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and chaparral.
Uses & Benefits
Calochortus leichtlinii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calochortus leichtlinii is white or pale pink with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a white or pale pink color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calochortus leichtlinii is a perennial plant that is native to California. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. In areas with hot summers, it is best to provide some afternoon shade. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during the summer months. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.
Where to Find Calochortus leichtlinii
Calochortus leichtlinii can be found in the western United States, from California to Hawaii.
Calochortus leichtlinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calochortus leichtlinii?
Calochortus leichtlinii
What is the common name of Calochortus leichtlinii?
Leichtlin's mariposa lily
What is the natural habitat of Calochortus leichtlinii?
Grasslands, chaparral, and open woodlands
Species in the Calochortus genus
Calochortus albus, Calochortus amabilis, Calochortus ambiguus, Calochortus amoenus, Calochortus apiculatus, Calochortus argillosus, Calochortus aureus, Calochortus balsensis, Calochortus barbatus, Calochortus bruneaunis, Calochortus coeruleus, Calochortus catalinae, Calochortus cernuus, Calochortus clavatus, Calochortus concolor, Calochortus coxii, Calochortus dunnii, Calochortus elegans, Calochortus eurycarpus, Calochortus excavatus, Calochortus exilis, Calochortus fimbriatus, Calochortus flexuosus, Calochortus foliosus, Calochortus fuscus, Calochortus ghiesbreghtii, Calochortus greenei, Calochortus gunnisonii, Calochortus hartwegii, Calochortus howellii, Calochortus indecorus, Calochortus invenustus, Calochortus kennedyi, Calochortus leichtlinii, Calochortus longibarbatus, Calochortus luteus, Calochortus lyallii, Calochortus macrocarpus, Calochortus marcellae, Calochortus minimus, Calochortus monanthus, Calochortus monophyllus, Calochortus nigrescens, Calochortus nitidus, Calochortus nudus, Calochortus nuttallii, Calochortus obispoensis, Calochortus palmeri, Calochortus panamintensis, Calochortus persistens,
Species in the Liliaceae family
Amana edulis, Amana erythronioides, Amana kuocangshanica, Amana anhuiensis, Amana wanzhensis, Calochortus albus, Calochortus amabilis, Calochortus ambiguus, Calochortus amoenus, Calochortus apiculatus, Calochortus argillosus, Calochortus aureus, Calochortus balsensis, Calochortus barbatus, Calochortus bruneaunis, Calochortus coeruleus, Calochortus catalinae, Calochortus cernuus, Calochortus clavatus, Calochortus concolor, Calochortus coxii, Calochortus dunnii, Calochortus elegans, Calochortus eurycarpus, Calochortus excavatus, Calochortus exilis, Calochortus fimbriatus, Calochortus flexuosus, Calochortus foliosus, Calochortus fuscus, Calochortus ghiesbreghtii, Calochortus greenei, Calochortus gunnisonii, Calochortus hartwegii, Calochortus howellii, Calochortus indecorus, Calochortus invenustus, Calochortus kennedyi, Calochortus leichtlinii, Calochortus longibarbatus, Calochortus luteus, Calochortus lyallii, Calochortus macrocarpus, Calochortus marcellae, Calochortus minimus, Calochortus monanthus, Calochortus monophyllus, Calochortus nigrescens, Calochortus nitidus, Calochortus nudus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-301708: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.