Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Liliaceae

Genus:

Fritillaria

Species:

Fritillaria ojaiensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

2-3 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

feb, mar, apr, may

Bloom Colors:

Yellow, Purple

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy to loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to chaparral and woodland areas