Calochortus tolmiei, commonly known as Tolmie’s star-tulip or pussy ears, is a perennial herb that is native to grassy slopes, open woodlands, and meadows of the Pacific Northwest, including Oregon and northern California, and historically found in Washington. It typically grows up to 16 inches tall with a single long, basal leaf and a slender stem. The plant is noted for its distinctive bell-shaped flowers, which are white to pale pink or purple, with hairy petals that give it the common name "pussy ears." The flowers, which bloom from late spring to early summer, are often found solitarily or in small clusters and are highly attractive to pollinators. The fruit is a winged capsule that carries the dark brown seeds.

Tolmie’s star-tulip is valued for its ornamental flowers and is suitable for rock gardens, native plant gardens, and wildflower meadows. It prefers well-drained soils, moderate water, and full sun to part shade conditions. While it is relatively low maintenance, it can be susceptible to bulb rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. It is also important to protect this plant from grazing by deer and other wildlife. Due to its rarity in the wild, especially with its apparent extinction in Washington, it is considered a plant of conservation concern.CC BY-SA 4.0