Natural History Wanderings

Recent Wildflower Reports – CNPS Marin reports

Fritillaria liliacea (fragrant fritillary) on the ‘Island’ at Nicasio Reservoir and report that of the approximately 20% of the population that they sampled, about half is in bloom. Most blooming individuals contained only a single bloom, and there were few unopened buds.  Having visited this site many times, they suspect that we are at the height of the bloom which will probably last for only about 7-10 days, especially given the dry conditions and warm weather forecast.  So anyone wanting to see this population is encouraged to get out there quickly!

another population by the side of the road on Nicasio Valley Road on the reservoir side that were blooming well on March 6, 2015. This location is easier to access than the Island.

see photos and older reports at Recent Wildflower Reports – CNPS Marin