Diogenes' lantern
Calochortus amabilis Purdy

Calochortus amabilis, known as Diogenes' lantern, is a member of the Liliaceae family and is native to California. It is also referred to by several other common names, including yellow globe-tulip, golden globe-tulip, yellow globe lily, golden fairy lantern, golden lily-bell, Chinese lantern, and short lily.
Description
Calochortus amabilis is a plant species in the genus Calochortus, part of the Liliaceae family. The species was described by Purdy in 1901 and is native to the region of California. It is recognized by a variety of common names, including Diogenes' lantern, yellow globe-tulip, golden globe-tulip, yellow globe lily, golden fairy lantern, golden lily-bell, Chinese lantern, and short lily. These names reflect the plant's appearance and local usage. The species is part of a genus known for its diverse and often showy floral forms.
Other common names
Diogenes' lantern
Distribution
California
Synonyms
Calochortus pulchellus var. amabilisCalochortus pulchellus var. maculosus




