Botanical Name

Triteleia laxa

Commonly known as Triteleia

Triteleia laxa (Triteleia)
Bulb

Loose umbels of starry blue trumpets on tall wiry stems. Western native bulb that thrives on summer drought.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
May to Jul
USDA Zones
5-10
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Low - drought tolerant
Mature Height
18-24"
Bloom Colors
BluePurpleWhite
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About This Name

Triteleia laxa is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Triteleia unambiguously. The genus Triteleia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Triteleia, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Triteleia laxa will give you the most precise results.