This American bulbous plant comes from Outer North Coast Ranges in California, where it is growing at altitude of. 1500 m. The pendant tubular flowers are in large umbels on up to 30-40 cm long stems often supported by grasses and shrubs. The striking deep crimson tubes with reflexed, pale green lobes and a white crown surrounding the stamens are unlike any other member of this genus. In wild it is growing on partially-shaded embankments in a mixed conifer/oak forest. Good grower here and suitable also for outer garden in milder climate if planted in sheltered spot against a warm fence.