checker lily

Fritillaria affinis (Schult. & Schult.f.) Sealy

Fritillaria affinis, known as checker lily, is a flowering plant in the Liliaceae family. It is native to western North America, occurring in British Columbia, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. The species was first described in 1980.

Description

Fritillaria affinis, commonly called checker lily, is a member of the lily family (Liliaceae). It is a variable species found in the western regions of North America. Its natural range includes the U.S. states of California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and the Canadian province of British Columbia. The scientific name was published in 1980. This plant is part of the genus Fritillaria, which includes numerous species known for their distinctive bell-shaped flowers.