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Brodiaea filifolia |
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BULB
VIEW |
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Thread-leaved brodiaea |
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Form: |
Bulb |
Growth habit: |
Upright |
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Size: |
12" h |
Deciduous: |
Dormant in Summer/Fall |
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Flowering Season: |
Spring |
Growth Rate: |
Fast |
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Flower Color: |
Blue |
Hardiness: |
to 1,000' |
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Exposure: |
Full sun to part sun |
Cultural Uses: |
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Soil Moisture: |
Semi-dry |
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Soil Type: |
Clay |
CNPS Status: |
RED "1B" 3-3-3
CNPS and State listed as "Endangered"; Federally listed as "Threatened" |
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Family: |
Liliaceae |
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Distribution: |
South Coast, Peninsular Ranges; endemic
(limited to California) |
Habitat: |
Valley Grassland, Foothill Woodland,
Coastal Sage Scrub, Freshwater Wetlands; found in vernal-pools |
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Wildlife Value: |
Butterflies attracted to the
flowers |
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Description: |
The rare and beautiful flower perhaps
heavy clay soils and is often found in vernal pools. It is
seriously threatened by residential development, agriculture,
grazing, and vehicles. |
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