Camassia leichtlinii Wild hyacinth (Hyacinthaceae)

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Camassia leichtlinii
Wild hyacinth
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The Camassia leichtlinii plant species is found in Western N. America - British Columbia to S. California. It is a member of the Hyacinthaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Wild hyacinth. Some home gardeners know the variety as C. esculenta leichtlinii. Chlorogalum leichtlinii.

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Latin Name:  Camassia leichtlinii
Common Name:  Wild hyacinth
Family:  Hyacinthaceae
Author:  (Bak.)S.Wats.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  0.2

Habitat:  Meadows, prairies and hillsides that are moist, at least in early spring.

Cultivation Notes: A very easily grown plant, it succeeds in almost any soil[42] and is tolerant of considerable neglect once it is established[K]. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Prefers a rather heavy loam[1] that has plenty of moisture in spring but does not remain wet over the winter[138, 200]. Dislikes dry soils[200]. Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade[138, 200]. A very ornamental plant[1], there are many named varieties[200]. Plants often self-sow[K]. A good bee plant[108]. Plants can be naturalized in damp grass, this should not be trimmed until mid to late summer when the bulbs have flowered and the leaves have died down[134]. This species can be confused with certain poisonous bulbs in the genus Zigadenus[85]. Plant the bulbs 7 - 10cm deep in early autumn and then leave undisturbed[1]. The bulbs should be planted about 20cm deep[233].

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