Cat's Ear

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The Cat's Ear (Calochortus subalpinus) is also known as the Star Tulip.

The picture shows the three petals, three sepals and six stamen, readily identifying it as a member of the lily family.

Cat's Ear get their name from the petals. They are a soft gray or off white color with small whiskers on them, just like a cat.

They are found in the Pacific Northwest.

© 2002 Patricia A. Michaels