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Flower:Lily, Sagebrush Mariposa
Family:Lily
Genus / Species:Calochortus macrocarpus
Notes:Also known as Green-banded Mariposa Lily and Sagebrush Mariposa Tulip. Note the long sepals that extend way past the pedals, a big clue in identifing this species. Found east of the cascades.
Photo:

Dunstan Homestead Preserve - - - July 20, 2002

Guide:Pacific States Wildflowers by Niehaus & Ripper / Wayside Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest by Strickler / Wildflowers of the Columbia Gorge by Jolley / North American Wildflowers by Spellenberg