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Calochortus nuttallii aureus Mariposa lily (1 Page of 5) The Calochortus nuttallii aureus plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - Arizona It is a member of the Calochortaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Mariposa lily. Some home gardeners know the variety as C. aureus. S.Wats. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Calochortus nuttallii aureus Common Name: Mariposa lily Family: Calochortaceae Author: (Wats.)Ownbey. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.3 Mature Width: Habitat: Mesas, slopes and open pine forests.
Edible Uses: Bulb - raw[44, 61, 105, 161]. The bulbs are gathered in early spring and peeled before being eaten[257].
Flowers[257]. No more details are given.
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