Lysichiton sp.
Family: Araceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Lysichiton sp. is a native California perennial in the Araceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Symplocarpus: Lysichiton has a bright yellow hood; Symplocarpus has a mottled purple-brown hood held at ground level.; vs Veratrum: Lysichiton has a yellow hood around a spike; Veratrum has branched stems with many small flowers.; vs Rumex: Lysichiton has huge paddle leaves and yellow hood; Rumex has narrow leaves and tiny green/brown flowers.; vs Zantedeschia: Lysichiton has a bright yellow hood; Zantedeschia has a pure white hood.; vs Arum: Lysichiton has a bright yellow hood; Arum has a pale yellow-green or white hood.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lysichiton sp. native to California?
Yes. Lysichiton sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Lysichiton sp. belong to?
Lysichiton sp. is in the Araceae family, genus Lysichiton.
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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