Mariposa Tulip | Calochortus tolmiei - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Mariposa Tulip | Calochortus tolmiei

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A mariposa tulip flower surrounded by grass

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This unique perennial flower has a slender stem with a single bell-shaped flower. The flower is white, has three petals, tinged light pink to purple in the center. Most notably, it is distinctively furry, giving it another common name, cat's ear.

Plant Details

Habitats	Oak Woodland, Upland Prairie and Savanna, Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland
Habitat Notes	Upland open, grassy slopes or in woodlands.
Phenology	Perennial; flowering March-July
Mature Height	4" - 14"
Shade Preference	full sun, part shade, shade
Soil Tolerance	Found in shallow, dry soils. Needs good drainage; prefers sandy soil.

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A lush forest scene with tall oak trees, green leaves, moss, and undergrowth, under a clear blue sky.

Oak Woodland

Oregon White Oaks dominate these woodlands and may support an open to moderately shrubby understory. Over thirty percent of the canopy shades the ground, but still filter light allowing oak seedling…

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Upland Prairie and Savanna

Upland prairies or open grasslands are among the most threatened ecosystems in Oregon. Historically, they occurred across the Willamette Valley and are vegetated by perennial grasses and annual or…

A dense forest with tall trees and lush green undergrowth.

Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland

Mixed hardwoods and conifers characterize this habitat which is widespread in western Oregon in the medium elevations of the hills of the Coast Range. Precipitation is higher in this habitat than in…

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