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 Calochortus - Definition 


Calochortus
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Plantae
Division:Magnoliophyta
Class:Liliopsida
Order:Liliales
Family:Liliaceae
Genus:Calochortus


Calochortus is a genus of bulbous plants that includes about 60 species from British Columbia to Guatemala and east to Nebraska. Calochortus includes mariposas, globe lillies, fairy lanterns, cat's ears, and star tulips.

References

  • ITIS 42823 (http://www.itis.usda.gov/servlet/SingleRpt/SingleRpt?search_topic=TSN&search_value=42823)
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