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California Fawn Lily

Erythronium californicum

UncommonPlant
Illustration of California Fawn Lily (Erythronium californicum)

California Fawn Lily is a charming plant with creamy white flowers and mottled leaves. It is a spring ephemeral, meaning it blooms for a short period before going dormant. This species adds a touch of elegance to forest floors.

Habitat
It is found in shaded, moist woodlands.
Diet
Pollinated by bees, it provides early spring nectar.
How common
Uncommon

Best time to see a California Fawn Lily

The best time to see a California Fawn Lily is March–April, when about 83% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 693 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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