Chilicothe (Marah macrocarpa) is in the gourd family family (Cucurbitaceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,247 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in February.
Nationally it blooms mainly from January to April, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Chilicothe: observations by month (U.S.)
About Chilicothe
Marah macrocarpus or Marah macrocarpa, the Chilicothe, wild cucumber, or bigroot, is a species of the Marah genus....From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Chilicothe by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 1,247 | February | Jan–Apr |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (gourd family)
Photography tips
- Photograph flowers on calm, overcast mornings to avoid wind blur and harsh shadows.
- Get low: a shallow depth of field (f/2.8–f/5.6) isolates a bloom against soft color.
- Stay on trails — trampling meadows kills plants and ruins next year's display.
- Try a kaleidoscope abstract of a single bloom with our online kaleidoscope tool.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Chilicothe?
Nationally, February has the most observations, with the main season from January to April.
Where is Chilicothe most often seen?
The most observations come from California.