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Large Camas (Camassia leichtlinii)

Camassia leichtlinii, or Large Camas, is a perennial bulbous plant from western North America, noted for its striking spikes of blue to purple flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly during growth, allow to dry during dormancy.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers moist, loamy soils but tolerates a range of conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures during the growing season.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding in spring is usually sufficient.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

At least 6 hours of direct sun is ideal.

Water

Water regularly during growth, allow to dry during dormancy.

Avoid waterlogged soil.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers moist, loamy soils but tolerates a range of conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures during the growing season.

Requires a dry period for summer dormancy.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding in spring is usually sufficient.

Avoid over-fertilization.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-1.5 m

Spread

0.1-0.3 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Basal, linear

Flower Size

2.5-5 cm

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Synonyms
Quamasia leichtlinii (Baker) Coville
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsparagaceae
  • genusCamassia
  • speciesCamassia leichtlinii
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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