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Desert Mariposa Lily
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Desert Mariposa Lily

Calochortus kennedyi
In the United States: Native · also called Kennedy's mariposa lily

Honeybees forage on Calochortus kennedyi for nectar and pollen during its early spring flowering period. Peak bloom typically occurs in April and May in arid, desert-like conditions. As a bulbous perennial, it thrives in well-drained soils and may require dry summer dormancy to prevent bulb rot.

Nectarmedium
Pollenmedium
Bloom (US) March–May
TypePerennial
Sunfull
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