stinkbells

Fritillaria agrestis Greene

Fritillaria agrestis, known as stinkbells, is a species of fritillary in the Liliaceae family. It is endemic to California, occurring in scattered populations from Mendocino County and Butte County to Ventura County. This plant is typically found in heavy soils, especially clay, and is not common.

Description

Fritillaria agrestis, or stinkbells, is a fritillary species native to California. It is distributed in scattered populations across the state, from Mendocino and Butte Counties to Ventura County. The plant thrives in heavy soils, particularly clay, and is not commonly encountered. The species was first described in 1895 by Greene.