Calochortus tolmiei aka Tolmie's Star Tulip

Taxonomy

Common names

Tolmie's Star Tulip, Pussy Ears

How to care for Tolmie's Star Tulip

Difficulty

With a bit of knowledge and dedication, you can successfully care for Tolmie's Star Tulip, making it a rewarding choice for those seeking a moderate challenge.

Water

Tolmie's Star Tulip should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Tolmie's Star Tulip loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Tolmie's Star Tulip prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Dormancy

During the wintertime, it is common for Tolmie's Star Tulip plants to go dormant and their growth rate may slow down. Therefore, the amount of waterings should be spaced out more.

Toxicity

Ploi's records do not contain confirmed information on the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event of accidental ingestion of plant material with questionable toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is always a good idea to consult a healthcare professional.

Growth-pattern

New growth will sprout from the top of the plant as it grows upwards.

Region of origin

Tolmie's Star Tulip’s native range is Western N. America - Washington to California.


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