Sierra shooting star
NameSierra shooting star
Species NameDodecatheon jeffreyi
Common NameSierra shooting star
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)3
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Foliage Typebroadleaf
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive reflexed petals of the pink-purple flowers, forming a 'shooting star' shape. Basal rosette of leaves.
Description
This specimen of Sierra shooting star displays vibrant pink-purple flowers with reflexed petals atop slender stalks, emerging from a rosette of basal green leaves. It is shown growing in its natural habitat, surrounded by other low-lying vegetation.
