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Calochortus nitidus
Calochortus nitidus Douglas
Broadfruit Mariposa Lily
Liliaceae (Lily Family)
Synonym(s):
USDA Symbol: CANI
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb
Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
Leaf Complexity: Simple
Leaf Shape: Linear
Leaf Venation: Parallel
Leaf Margin: Entire
Inflorescence: Umbel
Fruit Type: Capsule
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: PurpleBloom Time: Jun , Jul , Aug
Distribution
USA: ID , OR , WAAdditional resources
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Metadata
Record Modified: 2007-01-01Research By: TWC Staff