Mariposa Lily — (c) Ken-ichi Ueda, some rights reserved (CC BY)
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Pet safety reference

Mariposa Lily

Calochortus spp.

Also known as Calochortus gunnisonii

Mariposa lilies are a group of bulbous perennials known for their striking, tulip-like flowers. They are considered non-toxic to pets, though ingestion of large amounts of plant material may cause minor digestive discomfort.

Butterfly TulipCalochortus gunnisoniiCalochortus nuttalliCalochortus spp.Gunnison's Mariposa LilySego Lily
Light
Full sun to partial shade
Habit
Bulbous perennial
Care
Moderate

Safety status

Cats & Dogs

Uncertain

Identity or evidence quality is not strong enough for a firm answer.

Verified against ASPCA/provenance audit 2026-05-06 on May 6, 2026.

If a pet has chewed or swallowed plant material and is showing symptoms, contact a veterinarian or poison resource immediately. This product is for structured reference, not diagnosis.

Catsconcern notes

Common signs

Under review — original classification flagged as a likely labeler error pending curator verification.

Escalation note

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Dogsconcern notes

Common signs

Under review — original classification flagged as a likely labeler error pending curator verification.

Escalation note

Under review — original classification flagged as a likely labeler error pending curator verification.

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Source evidence

ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants List

toxicology · 99% reliability

Open source

Calochortus species are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Plants of the World Online - Calochortus

botanical · 95% reliability

Open source

Taxonomic record for the genus Calochortus, confirming its classification within the Liliaceae family.

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