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Gunnison's mariposa lily

Scientific Name: Calochortus gunnisonii var. perpulcher

Family: Liliaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Gunnison's Mariposa Lily (Calochortus gunnisonii)

The Calochortus gunnisonii, commonly known as Gunnison's Mariposa Lily or Sego Lily, is a captivating wildflower belonging to the lily family.

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant grows from a bulb, which might be attractive to digging pets.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant grows from a bulb, which might be attractive to young children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Calochortus gunnisonii S. Watson
  • Common Names: Gunnison's Mariposa Lily, Sego Lily, Mariposa Lily, Prairie Star, White
  • Family: Liliaceae (Lily Family)
  • Genus: Calochortus
  • Taxonomic Rank: Variety (Calochortus gunnisonii var. gunnisonii)
  • Synonyms: The text mentions "Calochortus" as a genus that includes Mariposas.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Calochortus gunnisonii is native to the western United States, including:
    • ID (Not observed in Idaho)
    • MT
    • WY
    • SD
    • NE
    • CO
    • UT
    • AZ
    • NM
  • It is found in the Rocky Mountains and grassy upland areas.
  • Specifically observed near Laramie.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Calochortus gunnisonii is a perennial herb.
  • It grows from a bulb.
  • The stem is erect, typically 10-30 cm tall and simple.
  • It flowers from June to July.

Quirky Facts

  • Calochortus gunnisonii is related to European tulips.
  • Infusions of the plant were traditionally used by the Keres people as an antirheumatic remedy.

Ecological Role

  • The text notes that Calochortus is a genus of bulbous plants encompassing 70 species.

Edible Uses

  • The bulb is edible raw or cooked, with some reports stating the raw bulb tastes like a raw new potato.

Further Information

  • RHS (Royal Horticultural Society)
  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Forest Health Management (William M. Ciesla)