Calochortus luteus Yellow mariposa (Calochortaceae)

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Calochortus luteus
Yellow mariposa
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The Calochortus luteus plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - California It is a member of the Calochortaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Yellow mariposa.

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Latin Name:  Calochortus luteus
Common Name:  Yellow mariposa
Family:  Calochortaceae
Author:  Douglas.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.1

Habitat:  Heavy soils in open places below 600 metres[71]. Also found in pine, evergreen oak and mixed woodlands[90].

Edible Uses: Bulb - raw or cooked[92, 105, 161]. About the size of a walnut, it is very palatable and nutritious[2]. The bulb can be harvested in early spring, peeled and eaten raw[257]. It can also be baked and eaten like potatoes[257]. The bulb can be used as a staple food[2].

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