Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
leichtlinii
ID:
763546

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) S.Watson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 20: 376 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000762879



Common Names

  • Leichtlin's Camassia
  • Leichtlin's Quamash
  • Leichtlin's Indian Hyacinth


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Description

Camassia leichtlinii (also called Camassia, among many other common names) is a species of terrestrial orchids native to the western United States. It has a single, erect, fleshy, lanceolate leaf and a single, terminal, erect, fleshy, yellowish-green flower. It grows in dry, open meadows and grasslands at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Camassia leichtlinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Camassia leichtlinii sub. suksdorfii (Greenm.) Gould
Camassia leichtlinii sub. leichtlinii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Camassia leichtlinii is blue and star-shaped. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camassia leichtlinii is a bulbous perennial native to western North America. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or by division of the clumps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed sown in autumn or spring, and can also be divided in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps every few years to keep them healthy.

Where to Find Camassia leichtlinii

Camassia leichtlinii can be found in California, United States.

Camassia leichtlinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Camassia leichtlinii?

Camassia leichtlinii

What is the common name of Camassia leichtlinii?

Leichtlin's Camas

What is the natural habitat of Camassia leichtlinii?

Camassia leichtlinii is native to western North America and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open forests

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-301844: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.