Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Species:
subalpinus
ID:
763485

Status:
valid

Authors:
Piper

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 11: 195 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000762818

Common Names

  • Subalpine Mariposa Lily
  • Subalpine Star Tulip
  • Subalpine Globe Lily

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Description

Calochortus subalpinus (also called subalpine mariposa lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a single stem and a single flower. It is native to the western United States and is found growing in alpine meadows, grasslands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Calochortus subalpinus is an ornamental plant used in gardens for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calochortus subalpinus is white with yellowish-green stripes and is bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calochortus subalpinus 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 subalpinus

Calochortus subalpinus is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California. It can be found in dry, open areas and meadows, often in rocky soils.

Calochortus subalpinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calochortus subalpinus?

Calochortus subalpinus

What type of plant is Calochortus subalpinus?

Perennial herb

Where is Calochortus subalpinus native to?

Western United States

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-301779: Based on the initial data import
Charles Piper (1867-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piper' in the authors string.