Camassia — 3 species

Botanical species in the genus Camassia recorded in the PlantPeers database.

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Camassia leichtlinii

Camassia leichtlinii

Family: Asparagaceae

Cultivation

A very easily grown plant, it succeeds in almost any soil and is tolerant of considerable neglect once it is established. Prefers a moist, fertile, acidic, humus-rich soil in full sun, tolerating part shade. Grows well in heavy clay soils.

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Camassia quamash

Camassia quamash

Family: Asparagaceae

Cultivation

The dormant bulbs are very hardy and will withstand soil temperatures down to at least -10°c. Succeeds in almost any soil. Grows well in heavy clay soils.

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Camassia scilloides

Camassia scilloides

Family: Asparagaceae

Cultivation

Succeeds in almost any soil. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Prefers a rather heavy loam that has plenty of moisture in spring but does not remain wet over the winter.

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