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Description
Calochortus Kennedyi, also known as Kennedy’s mariposa lily, is a stunning flowering plant native to California. This plant is a member of the Liliaceae family and has a bulbous root system. The plant grows up to 24 inches tall and produces one to three flowers per stem. The flowers are typically pink, purple or white with a yellow center and have six petals. This plant blooms in late spring and early summer and is often used in gardens, natural landscapes and as a cut flower.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Eukarya||———–|————-|| Kingdom| Plantae|| Phylum| Tracheophyta|| Class| Liliopsida|| Order| Liliales|| Family| Liliaceae|| Genus| Calochortus || Species| Kennedyi|
Appearance
Calochortus Kennedyi has a tall and slender stem with one to three flowers per stem. The flowers are typically pink, purple or white with a yellow center and have six petals. The petals are often marked with dark spots or stripes. The leaves are narrow and grass-like, with a bluish-green color. The plant’s overall appearance is elegant and delicate, making it a popular choice for gardens and natural landscapes.
Care Guide
Calochortus Kennedyi is a low-maintenance plant and is relatively easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:- Water: This plant prefers well-drained soil and does not tolerate wet soil. Water the plant when the soil is dry to the touch.- Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in the spring and fall to promote healthy growth.- Soil: Calochortus Kennedyi prefers well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. A sandy loam soil is ideal for this plant.- Sunlight: This plant requires full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade, but too much shade can result in poor growth and fewer flowers.- Hardiness Zones: Calochortus Kennedyi is hardy in USDA zones 7 to 10.
Common Pests & Diseases
Calochortus Kennedyi is generally not susceptible to many pests and diseases. However, here are some common issues to look out for:- Root rot: This can occur if the plant is planted in poorly-drained soil or if it is overwatered.- Spider mites: These tiny pests can cause damage to the leaves and flowers. Use a mild insecticide to control them.- Thrips: These pests can also cause damage to the leaves and flowers. Use a mild insecticide to control them.
Habitat
Calochortus Kennedyi is native to California and can be found in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. It grows in meadows, open woods and on rocky slopes. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Calochortus Kennedyi?A: Water the plant when the soil is dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.Q: Can Calochortus Kennedyi tolerate shade?A: This plant requires full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade, but too much shade can result in poor growth and fewer flowers.Q: When does Calochortus Kennedyi bloom?A: This plant blooms in late spring and early summer.Q: What is the ideal soil for Calochortus Kennedyi?A: Calochortus Kennedyi prefers well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. A sandy loam soil is ideal for this plant.
Related Plants
– Calochortus albus- Calochortus amoenus- Calochortus argillosus- Calochortus coeruleus- Calochortus elegans
References
– California Native Plant Society. (n.d.). Calochortus kennedyi. Retrieved from https://www.calscape.org/Calochortus-kennedyi-()- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. (n.d.). Calochortus kennedyi. Retrieved from https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=CAKE3- Pacific Bulb Society. (n.d.). Calochortus. Retrieved from http://www.pacificbulbsociety.org/pbswiki/index.php/Calochortus
