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Inyo County star-tulip

Calochortus excavatus Greene
Inyo County star-tulip
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Calochortus excavatus is a flowering plant species in the Liliaceae family, commonly known as the Inyo County star-tulip. It is native to California and was first described in 1890 by Greene.

Description

Calochortus excavatus is a member of the Liliaceae family and is found in California. It is known by the common name Inyo County star-tulip. This species was first described in 1890 by Greene. It is part of the genus Calochortus, which includes other flowering plants in the lily family.

Other common names

Inyo County star-tulip

Distribution

California

Synonyms

Calochortus campestris

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