Triteleia ixioides
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Yellow-brodiaea
Yellow-brodiaea, also known as “prettyface” or “golden star”, is a perennial herb in the lily family that can reach up to 2 feet tall, though it is usually lower growing.
The flowers are clustered atop an erect stem which emerges from a bulb. There may be as many as 2 dozen flower buds per cluster, which bloom in succession from late spring – mid summer.
It withstands many different soil and water conditions. Plant in a sunny location and allow the soil around the corms to dry out during the summer.
Lifeform: Perennial Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade Other: Drought Tolerant
| Ecological Value | It is very adaptable and will tolerant heavy soils and sun baked locations. |
|---|---|
| Historical Uses | Bulbs used for food by the Miwok. |
| Distribution | Southern Oregon south to southern California. |
| Elevation | From 500 to 7,200 feet |
| Communities | |
| Habitat | Grassy, open areas and in open woods from low to high elevations. |
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