California Fetid Adderstongue

Scoliopus bigelovii

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Liliaceae
Genus:
Scoliopus
Species:
Scoliopus bigelovii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
6 in - 1 ft
Light Requirements:
Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
feb, mar
Bloom Colors:
Green

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers shaded forest floors