Death Camas (Toxicoscordion venenosum formerly Zigadenus paniculatus )

Death Camas

Blooms in early spring, 12-20" tall, perennial, from bulb; poisonous; related to and sometimes in the same area as edible camas.
Leaves:   One stem, usually basal leaves which are long, narrow, strap-like.
Flowers: Cream colored buds in inflorescence on upper stem; open to 6 white petals with yellow center, long stamens.
Habitat:   Dry forest as under ponderosa pine
Range:    Can be found in Washington, Oregon and Idaho
Photo from north side of Moscow Mountain

Wildflower photo © Nancy Miller. Photo taken 6/12/2008.

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