Purple Blue Dick Flowers
by Gary Geddes
Title
Purple Blue Dick Flowers
Artist
Gary Geddes
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
The Blue Dick flower, scientifically known as Dichelostemma capitatum, is a visually captivating plant native to western North America. As the name suggests, it belongs to the Dichelostemma genus and is part of the Asparagaceae family. This wildflower is widely admired for its striking beauty and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Some facts:
The flower blooms in spring, from February to May.
The flower is native to California and can be found in many different habitats, including grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands.
The flower is a food source for a variety of animals, including deer, rabbits, and rodents.
The corms of the Blue Dick flower are edible and were once a staple food for Native Americans.
I found these on one of my hikes to a waterfall.
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July 28th, 2023
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