Broad-leaved Shooting Star | Dodecatheon hendersonii

A cluster of vibrant purple flowers with distinctive shapes, likely thriving in a natural grassy setting.
Photo Credit: OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA
The image features lush green leaves with budding flowers peeking through, creating a vibrant natural setting.
A delicate pink flower grows from a slender stem, set against a soft green background. It features unique petal shapes.
Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery
A cluster of broad green leaves growing on the ground, surrounded by dirt, small stones, and other plant debris.
A cluster of vibrant purple flowers with distinctive shapes, likely thriving in a natural grassy setting.
The image features lush green leaves with budding flowers peeking through, creating a vibrant natural setting.
A delicate pink flower grows from a slender stem, set against a soft green background. It features unique petal shapes.
A cluster of broad green leaves growing on the ground, surrounded by dirt, small stones, and other plant debris.

A unique, nodding flower that can range in color from vibrant magenta to deep lavender to white. Flowering early spring and goes dormant through summer.

Plant Details

Habitats Woodland gardens, meadows
Phenology Perennial, flowering February-May
Mature Height Up to 16 inches
Shade Preference Prefers partial shade but can tolerate full sun
Soil Tolerance Well-drained soil and dry summer
Special Uses Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Ornamental