Yellow triteleia (Triteleia crocea) is a bulbous perennial native to western North America, featuring clusters of bright yellow, star-shaped flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering. Tolerates some afternoon shade in hotter climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings. Reduce water as foliage dies back.
Well-drained soil
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers mild to warm temperatures during the growing season (15-25°C). Requires a cool period for dormancy (around 5-10°C).
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding in spring with a balanced or phosphorus-rich fertilizer is sufficient.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering significantly as the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late spring or early summer. Ensure well-drained soil to prevent bulb rot.
Allow the soil to dry out between waterings during the dormant period.
Remove spent flower stalks once blooming is complete to prevent seed formation and direct energy back to the bulb. Allow foliage to yellow and die back naturally before cutting it away in late spring or early summer.
This ensures the bulb stores enough energy for the following year's growth.
Propagate primarily by offsets, which are small bulbs that form around the parent bulb. Carefully separate these in late summer or early autumn during repotting. Plant them at the same depth as the parent bulb.
Seed propagation is also possible but slower and less common.
Repot every 3-4 years, or when the bulbs become overcrowded, typically in late summer or early autumn. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the previous one, ensuring adequate space for growth and division of offsets.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Yellow Triteleia (Triteleia crocea)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Triteleia |
| Species | Triteleia crocea |
Similar in genus Triteleia
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