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Camas

Camas are a North American genus containing a single flowering perennial species. One of its common names is "fly poison" because every part of it contains extremely toxic alkaloids, and its bulbs were once mashed up and sugared by American colonists to attract and kill flies. It is largely pollinated by beetles, which are some of the few creatures that can tolerate its nectar.

Scientific classification

Genus

Camas (Amianthium)

Family

Bunchflower

Order

Lilies, supplejacks and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Fly poison

Care Guide for Camas

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from moist meadows, camas thrives in consistent moisture but is moderately drought-tolerant. It prefers weekly watering to maintain health and aligns its growth cycle with seasonal rainfall, requiring less care during wetter periods.

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