Calochortus nudus — a medium houseplant
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Calochortus nudus

Calochortus Nudus

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Calochortus nudus is a North American species of flowering plant in the lily family known by the common name naked mariposa lily.It is native to the mountains of California and southwestern Oregon, where it grows in wet areas such as meadows and lakeside bogs.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Calochortus Nudus.

Pruning

The naked mariposa lily is a perennial plant that grows from bulbs and produces cup-shaped flowers. To promote blooming, trim away old foliage in early spring and remove any spent flowers. Be careful not to prune too heavily, as this can damage the bulbs. Always use clean, sharp tools to minimize the risk of disease and to maintain healthy growth and proper plant size.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Calochortus
Family
Liliaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Naked mariposa lily
PLATES
Calochortus nudus flower
PLATE 01 · flower
Calochortus nudus flower
PLATE 02 · flower
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