Fritillaria affinis
(Schult. & Schult. f.) Sealy
Checker lily, Mission bells
Fritillaria affinis is a perennial herb (bulb) that is native to California.
Bloom Period
The blue points on the map indicate observations in Calflora.
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Jepson eFlora section:
monocot
USDA PLANTS group:
Monocot
2 - weak indicator
Northern Coastal Scrub, Yellow Pine Forest, Mixed Evergreen Forest, Foothill Woodland, Chaparral
[Wikipedia] Food Use: Uses: The roots or bulbs can be eaten raw or cooked. Historically, the bulbs of this plant were eaten steamed by Salish Native American peoples, including the Squamish, Sechelt, Halq'emeylem and Straits Salish. (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
Learn more about Fritillaria affinis: Fritillaria affinis Jepson video: (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
