Padre's Shooting Star (Primula clevelandii) is in the primrose family family (Primulaceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,197 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in March.
Nationally it blooms mainly from January to April, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Padre's Shooting Star: observations by month (U.S.)
About Padre's Shooting Star
Primula clevelandii, with the common name of Padre's shooting star, is a species of primrose.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Padre's Shooting Star by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 1,197 | March | Jan–Apr |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (primrose family)
Northern Starflower
Scarlet Pimpernel
Henderson's shooting star
Fringed Loosestrife
Western Starflower
Whorled Loosestrife
Eastern Shooting Star
Swamp Candles
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 Padre's Shooting Star?
Nationally, March has the most observations, with the main season from January to April.
Where is Padre's Shooting Star most often seen?
The most observations come from California.