Calochortus lyallii, or Lyall's mariposa lily, is a North American species of flowering plant in the lily family. It is native and endemic to Province of British Columbia in western Canada, as well as the State of Washington in the northwestern United States. It only grows east of the Cascade crest in the mountains and foothills, and though its numbers are apparently secure in Washington, it is considered to be a blue-listed species in Canada- blue-listed taxa are at risk, but are not extirpated, endangered or threatened. It is found in dry to mesic open forest at lower to middle elevations in the mountains, commonly found with Pinus ponderosa (Ponderosa pine), Pseudotsuga menziesii (Douglas fir), Calamagrostis rubescens (pinegrass) and Carex geyeri (elk sedge).
How to keep Calochortus Lyallii.
Pruning
The Lyall's mariposa lily features delicate, bell-shaped flowers. For optimal growth, lightly prune the plant by removing any dead foliage in early spring. It's important to avoid heavy pruning, as it can stress the plant. Make sure to sterilize your tools to prevent the spread of disease and aim to prune during the plant's growth cycle to promote better flowering and overall health.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Calochortus
- Family
- Liliaceae
Other names.
