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Elegant Calicoflower

Downingia elegans

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Illustration of Elegant Calicoflower (Downingia elegans)

Elegant Calicoflower is known for its vibrant blue and white flowers. It is a stunning addition to vernal pools and wetland areas.

Habitat
It grows in seasonal wetlands and vernal pools.
Diet
Bees and other small insects pollinate its flowers.
How common
Rare

Best time to see a Elegant Calicoflower

The best time to see a Elegant Calicoflower is May–June, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 320 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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