[Wikipedia] Distribution, Description, Uses: Calochortus macrocarpus, also known as sagebrush mariposa lily, is a North American species of bulbous perennials in the lily family.[2][1][3] Distribution The plant is native to the Northwestern United States (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and western Montana), northern California, northern Nevada, and a small area of southern British Columbia.[4] Habitats include the Great Basin and Cascade Range.[5] Description Calochortus macrocarpus leaves are blue-green and grass-like. The bulbs are tapering, like a carrot.[4][6] The flowers are large, one- to three-petaled, and are pink to purple. The sepals are about 2 inches long, slightly longer than the green-striped petals.[7] They bloom in June.[6] Uses First peoples in southern British Columbia harvested the bulbs from April to June. They can be eaten raw or cooked.[6] (contributed by Mary Ann Machi)