Mariposa (Noun)

Meaning

Any of several plants of the genus Calochortus having tulip-shaped flowers with 3 sepals and 3 petals; southwestern United States and Mexico.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

• Mariposa Lily
• Mariposa Tulip

Hyponyms

• Calochortus Luteus
• Calochortus Macrocarpus
• Calochortus Elegans
• Elegant Cat's Ears
• Calochortus Kennedyi