Calochortus Catalina
Mariposa Lily
Description
Calochortus catalinae is a species of mariposa lily known by the common name Santa Catalina mariposa lily. It is endemic to Southern California where it is found along the coastline, and especially on the Channel Islands. This plant produces long basal leaves and tall, branching stems up to 2 feet high. The purple-tinted sepals are up to 1 inch long and the longer petals are usually white or very pale pink with a blotch of purple or deep red at the bases. The bowl of the petals may have sparse long hairs. The anthers are usually light in color, often pink. Typically blooms in spring. This perennial herb prefers full sun and can tolerate heavy soils. Once it's established, it is drought tolerant and can survive on rainfall.
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Height Range
1-3'
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Pink, Purple, Red, White, Multi-Colored
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Water Saving Tip:
Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.
Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.