Calochortus longibarbatus facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Calochortus longibarbatus
Scientific classification
Genus:	Calochortus
Species:	longibarbatus
Synonyms
Calochortus longebarbatus S.Wats., alternate spelling

The Calochortus longibarbatus, also known as the long-haired star-tulip or longbeard mariposa lily, is a beautiful flowering plant. It belongs to the lily family. You can find this special flower growing in the mountains of Oregon, Washington, and northern California. It loves to live in forests and woodlands.

What is a Longbeard Mariposa Lily?

This plant is a type of perennial herb. This means it lives for more than two years and has soft, green stems instead of woody ones. It grows from a bulb, which is like a small underground storage unit for the plant.

How Does It Look?

The longbeard mariposa lily usually grows a branching stem. This stem can reach about 30 centimeters (about 12 inches) tall. Its flowers are quite unique! They stand upright and are shaped like bells. The petals are usually pink to lavender in color. You might also notice darker markings on the petals, which add to their beauty.

Where Does It Grow?

This lily is native to the western parts of North America. It thrives in the cool, moist environments of mountain forests and woodlands. It's a true native beauty of the Pacific Northwest and northern California.

Different Kinds of Longbeard Mariposa Lily

There are a couple of known types, or varieties, of this plant:

• Calochortus longibarbatus var. longibarbatus: This is the most common type. You can find it across most of the plant's natural range.
• Calochortus longibarbatus var. peckii: This variety is a bit rarer. It grows specifically in the Ochoco Mountains in central Oregon.