Redmaids (Calandrinia menziesii) is in the Pussypaw Family family (Montiaceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 2,752 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in March.
Nationally it blooms mainly from February to April, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Redmaids: observations by month (U.S.)
About Redmaids
Calandrinia ciliata is a species of flowering plant known as fringed redmaids and red-maids. While formerly included in the purslane family, it is now treated as belonging to the Montiaceae family.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Redmaids by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 2,654 | March | Feb–Apr |
| Oregon | 76 | April | Mar–May |
| Arizona | 18 | February | Feb–Mar |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (Pussypaw 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 Redmaids?
Nationally, March has the most observations, with the main season from February to April.
Where is Redmaids most often seen?
The most observations come from California, Oregon, Arizona.