👉 Calochortus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. It belongs to the subfamily Calomelinae, which includes the "calochort" species. These plants are native to North America and grow on rocky slopes. The name "calochortus" comes from its characteristic appearance, resembling a caliche, or a flower with three petals. This unique feature has led to the genus' common name being "calochort," which is Latin for