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Suksdorf's large camas

Scientific Name: Camassia leichtlinii ssp. suksdorfii

Family: Liliaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Camassia leichtlinii: A Detailed Look

Camassia leichtlinii, commonly known as Large Camas, Great Camas, Leichtlin's Camas, Suksdorf's Large Camas, Camas, Quamash, Indian hyacinth, or Wild hyacinth, is a bulbous plant with showy flowers. It's gained popularity for its vibrant blooms and adaptability to various garden settings.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant grows from a bulb.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Camassia leichtlinii (Baker) S. Watson
  • Family: Asparagaceae (previously Liliaceae)
  • Subspecies: Several subspecies are recognized, including Camassia leichtlinii subsp. leichtlinii and Camassia leichtlinii subsp. suksdorfii (Greenm.) Gould
  • Synonyms: Mentions exist of variations in nomenclature depending on the source (e.g., Gould's classification of Suksdorf's Large Camas).

Distribution and Habitat

  • Primarily found in the northwestern United States, including Oregon and California, specifically the Sierra Nevada region.
  • Grows in open grassy areas, vernally moist meadows, Douglas-Fir, Yellow Pine, and Red Fir forests.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Grows from a bulb to a height of approximately 1 meter (3 feet 3 inches) and a width of 0.2 meters (0 feet 8 inches).
  • Suitable for light (sandy), medium (loamy), and heavy (clay) soils, and can tolerate heavy clay soil.
  • Showy spikes bearing numerous blue or purple flowers (variations such as 'Blue Danube' are noted).

Ecological Role

  • The text suggests that *Camassia leichtlinii* plays a role in the ecosystem. The WEW (unspecified) has documented a large diversity of native butterflies in areas with *Camassia leichtlinii* subsp. *suksdorfii*.

Cultivation

  • Seed propagation is possible, with best results when sown as soon as ripe in a cold frame.

Further Information

  • Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for gardening tips and plant information.
  • nwplants.com is referenced.
  • PLANTS database.