Brodiaea coronaria, commonly known as Harvest Brodiaea or Crown Brodiaea, is a perennial herb that is indigenous to the grasslands and open woodlands of western North America, particularly from British Columbia to northern California. It thrives in the mountain meadows and prairies, often in areas with seasonal moisture. The plant grows from a corm and produces an erect inflorescence up to 10 inches tall, showcasing bright purple, lily-like flowers with three prominent stamens and contrasting white staminodes during its flowering season in late spring to early summer. The flowers are quite showy and attract pollinators such as bees.

Harvest Brodiaea is valued for its ornamental qualities, particularly the striking purple flowers that add a splash of color to rock gardens, native plant gardens, and meadowscapes. It is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal care once established. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to light shade, well-drained soils, and moderate water during its growing season, with drier conditions when dormant. While it is not commonly afflicted by diseases, overwatering can lead to bulb rot. Harvest Brodiaea has historical significance as a food source for Native Americans and early European settlers who consumed its small, nutritious bulbs. It is also of interest to botanists due to its complex taxonomic history, having been first collected by Archibald Menzies during the Vancouver Expedition.CC BY-SA 4.0