Elegant Cluster-lily
Brodiaea elegans
Last reviewed: June 2026
Elegant Cluster-lily (Brodiaea elegans) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org, last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–24" H × 3"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
CA, OR
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Elegant cluster-lily produces showy purple or blue flowers atop slender stems in late spring to early summer. This native perennial bulb creates attractive clusters of star-shaped blooms and goes dormant after flowering. It performs well in dry gardens with good drainage.
In an HOA neighborhood
Elegant Cluster-lily is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, mid zone, backyard only.
- Foliage dies back completely after blooming
- May appear sparse when planted individually
- Requires thoughtful placement among other plants for year-round appeal
Wildlife value
Provides nectar for native bees and butterflies during its bloom period. The plant supports specialized pollinators adapted to native grassland ecosystems.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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