Scoliopus sp.
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Family: Liliaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Scoliopus sp. is a native California perennial in the Liliaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Erythronium: Scoliopus has 3 stamens and striped sepals; Erythronium has 6 stamens and plain sepals.; vs Trillium: Scoliopus has 2 mottled leaves and 3 stamens; Trillium has 3 plain leaves in a whorl and 6 stamens.; vs Epipactis: Scoliopus has 3 separate stamens; Epipactis has stamens fused to style in central column (orchid).; vs Platanthera: Scoliopus has 3 separate stamens and lily flowers; Platanthera has fused column and spurred orchid flowers.; vs Cypripedium: Scoliopus has narrow petals and 3 stamens; Cypripedium has pouched lip and fused column.
Frequently asked questions
Is Scoliopus sp. native to California?
Yes. Scoliopus sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Scoliopus sp. belong to?
Scoliopus sp. is in the Liliaceae family, genus Scoliopus.
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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