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Weed's mariposa lily        Images © Mark A. Chappell

Weed's mariposa lily (Calochortus weedii) are found in southern California, mainly along the coast and in the coastal mountains.   This species is highly variable, with flower colors ranging from pure yellow to reddish brown; blossoms of an 'intermediate' form are on this page.   These were photographed at two locations in San Diego County.

  • Canon 30D or 1D4; 800 mm IS lens with extension tubes or Canon 100 mm macro lens or Sigma 150 mm macro lens, fill-in flash (2006, 2012)