Brodiaea californica
Brodiaea californica, with the common name California brodiaea, is a species of plant in the genus "Brodiaea". The perennial plant, growing from a bulb, is native to California and Oregon. "Brodiaea californica" is the largest species in the genus "Brodiaea", reaching up to in height when in flower. The flowers, which are borne in late spring or early summer, are variable in colour, ranging from purple to white or occasionally pink. Etymology. "Brodiaea" is named for James Brodie [1744-1824], a Scottish botanist who was known for his discovery of "Pyrola uniflora" in Britain. "Californica" means 'from California