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Loughmiller, Campbell and Lynn
Zigadenus glaberrimus Michx.
Camas, Sandbog deathcamas
Liliaceae (Lily Family)
USDA Symbol: ZIGL
USDA Native Status: Native to U.S.
This camas grows 2–4 feet tall and is sparingly branched. The leaves, 12–16 inches long, are at the base of the plant. The branches have 6–12 flowers growing on short stems, or sometimes attached directly to the main stem. Flowers have 6 tepals, off-white to pale yellow, 1 inch across. The tepals lie flat, and the stamens, almost as long as the tepals, are conspicuous.
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb
Leaf Complexity: Simple
Flower:
Fruit:
Size Class: 1-3 ft. , 3-6 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: WhiteBloom Time: Jul , Aug , Sep
Benefit
Conspicuous Flowers: yesFrom the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is either on display or available from the following:Crosby Arboretum - Picayune, MS
Bibliography
Bibref 248 - Texas Wildflowers: A Field Guide (1984) Loughmiller, C. & L. LoughmillerSearch More Titles in Bibliography
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USDA: Find Zigadenus glaberrimus in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Zigadenus glaberrimus in the Flora of North America (if available)
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Metadata
Record Modified: 2007-08-24Research By: TWC Staff
