Goldenstar (Bloomeria crocea) is in the agave and allies family (Asparagaceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,156 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in May.
Nationally it blooms mainly from April to June, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Goldenstar: observations by month (U.S.)
About Goldenstar
Bloomeria crocea, also known as goldenstar, is a geophyte from southern California and northern Baja California. It is found along hillsides, in grassland and chaparral edges, and in dry flats.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Goldenstar by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 1,156 | May | Apr–Jun |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (agave and allies)
Ithuriel's Spear
Blue Dicks
common star-of-Bethlehem
Chaparral Yucca
Canada mayflower
Solomon's plume
Desert Lily
Small Camas
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 Goldenstar?
Nationally, May has the most observations, with the main season from April to June.
Where is Goldenstar most often seen?
The most observations come from California.