Limnanthes douglasii
(Poached Eggs)

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Facts About this Plant:

    Common Names: Poached Eggs, Poached Egg Plant, Douglas' Meadowfoam, Common Meadowfoam, Fried Eggs
    Lifespan: Annual
    Zones: N/A
    Type: Forb
    Bloom Time: March - August
    Status: Native
    Range:

Limnanthes douglasii, or Poached Eggs, is native to California and Oregon, but it grown outside of those areas as an ornamental. It is an annual that grows in seasonally moist areas, like wet meadows and vernal pools. It blooms from early spring into mid to late summer, with striking yellow and white flowers.

This plant looks similar to some other members of the genus. More information will be posted at a later time about differentiating other species.

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