Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Liliaceae

Genus:

Fritillaria

Species:

Fritillaria falcata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may

Bloom Colors:

White, Yellow, Green, Purple

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained serpentine soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to serpentine soils in California

Germination Information