Suksdorf's Large Camas

Carried by 2 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Suksdorf's Large Camas (Camassia leichtlinii ssp. suksdorfii) is a native perennial herb that grows in central and northern California. It tends to grow at elevations from 2000-8000 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb, Geophyte

Landscaping information

Sun

Partial Shade

Propagation

For propagating by seed: Sow seeds, enclose seed container in polyethylene bag and refrigerate at less than 41°F. Remove from refrigerator and plastic bag when germination starts or in 3 mos. Germination often poor.

Natural setting

Plant communities

Douglas-Fir Forest, Red Fir Forest, Yellow Pine Forest, Wetland-Riparian

Alternative names

Common names:

Suksdorf's Large Camas

Botanical names:

Camassia quamash ssp. quamash

Sources

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