Lilaeopsis sp.
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Family: Apiaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Lilaeopsis sp. is a native California perennial in the Apiaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Bowlesia: Lilaeopsis has simple grass-like leaves; Bowlesia has rounded, lobed leaves covered in fuzzy hairs.; vs Sanicula: Lilaeopsis has simple hollow grass-like leaves; Sanicula has palmately divided compound leaves.; vs Eryngium: Lilaeopsis forms low mats with grass-like leaves; Eryngium has spiky thistle-like flower heads.; vs Juncus: Lilaeopsis leaves have visible cross-partitions as raised lines; rush leaves lack these external divisions.; vs Subularia: Lilaeopsis leaves are soft and squishy; awlwort leaves are firm and rigid.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lilaeopsis sp. native to California?
Yes. Lilaeopsis sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Lilaeopsis sp. belong to?
Lilaeopsis sp. is in the Apiaceae family, genus Lilaeopsis.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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