Yellow Mariposa Lily
Calochortus luteus
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Liliaceae
- Genus:
- Calochortus
- Species:
- Calochortus luteus
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Geophyte
- Height:
- 1-2 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- apr, may, jun
- Bloom Colors:
- Red, Yellow
Native Range
United States: California
Reported Fauna Sightings
Bees: Yellow bumble bee (Bombus fervidus), Yellow bumble bee (Bombus fervidus)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to open grasslands and hillsides
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: None required
Establishment: Seeds are collected from whole fruits immediately prior to or after ripening. If capsules have not opened, they may need to be mechanically split. Large numbers of dry fruits may be shattered rapidly by very brief blending. After blending, seeds may be cleaned by sifting and/or blowing off chaff.
Source: npn.rngr.net