Quick answer: Common camas (Camassia quamash) is native to 3 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 15 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Moist |
| Soil | Heavy, winter- & spring-moist soils |
| Bloom | Apr-Jun |
| Height | Up to 3 ft |
| Wildlife value | Elk/deer/moose graze plant in early spring |
Toxicity
bulbs edible when cooked (traditional food) but resemble toxic Zigadenus (death camas); do not confuse
Buying it
Wild species
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
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