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The Sagebrush Mariposa Lily (Calochortus macrocarpus) is a perennial herb native to the western United States and Canada, specifically found in British Columbia, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. Sagebrush Mariposa Lily (Latin: Calochortus macrocarpus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Sagebrush 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.
Sagebrush Mariposa Lily is a member native to BRC, CAL, IDA, MNT, NEV, and ORE. Sagebrush Mariposa Lily thrives in full sun and prefers a well-draining soil that can be light (sandy) or medium.
Sagebrush 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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