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Weed's mariposa lily

Calochortus weedii Alph.Wood
Weed's mariposa lily
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Calochortus weedii is a species of flowering plant in the Liliaceae family, commonly known as Weed's mariposa lily. It is native to California and the northwest region of Mexico. First described in 1868 by Alph.Wood, this plant is part of the genus Calochortus, which includes various lily-like species.

Description

Calochortus weedii belongs to the Liliaceae family and is commonly referred to as Weed's mariposa lily. It is found in the regions of California and the northwest of Mexico. The species was first published in 1868 by Alph.Wood and is recognized as part of the Calochortus genus, known for its diverse and often showy flowering species.

Other common names

Weed's mariposa-lilyWeed's mariposa lily

Distribution

California · Mexico Northwest

Synonyms

Cyclobothra weediiCalochortus luteus var. weedii

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