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'Intermediate' 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 (shown here) to reddish brown.   These, of the 'intermediate' form, were photographed near Laguna Beach, California.

  • Canon 5D4; Sigma 150 mm macro lens, fill-in flash (2017)