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longbeard mariposa lily
Scientific Name: Calochortus longebarbatus var. peckii
Family: Liliaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Longbeard Mariposa Lily (Calochortus longebarbatus)
The Longbeard Mariposa Lily, scientifically known as Calochortus longebarbatus, is a captivating wildflower belonging to the lily family (Liliaceae). It is also known by the common names long-haired star-tulip and longbeard mariposa lily.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Calochortus longebarbatus S. Watson
- Common Names: Longbeard Mariposa Lily, Long-haired Star-tulip
- Family: Liliaceae (Lily Family)
- Subspecies: Calochortus longebarbatus S. Watson var. longebarbatus, Calochortus longebarbatus S. Watson var. peckii Ownbey
- Synonyms: None explicitly mentioned in the text.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to North America.
- Specifically found in the USA, including California (CA), Oregon (OR), and Washington (WA).
- Observed growing in meadows, such as those found in Conboy Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Classified as a forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- It is a perennial plant, living for more than two years.
- Described as bulbous.
- The Longbeard Mariposa Lily exhibits a shrub-like development, potentially covering the whole land at its disposal.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The Longbeard Mariposa Lily shares habitat with species such as the rare redband trout.
- The lily's habitat has a strong relationship with riparian-wetland vegetation
Resources and Further Information
- Encyclopedia of Life
- PLANTS Profile
- British Database of World Flora and Fauna