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Mariposa Lily (Calochortus gunnisonii) is a delicate forb or herb native to the western United States, found in Arizona, Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming. Mariposa Lily (Latin: Calochortus gunnisonii, family Liliaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Mariposa Lily is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Mariposa Lily is a member of the Liliaceae family native to ARI, COL, MNT, NWM, SDA, and UTA. Mariposa Lily thrives in full sun and prefers well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium.
Mariposa Lily grows best in USDA zone 3-7, full sun light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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