Can anyone identity this flower?
By Leon
London,
United Kingdom 
This lovely flower appeared in our allotment at the end of May. No leaves are present and the flower stalk is about 18 inches high.
4 Jun, 2008
Answers
No, Dodecatheon flowers look like little Cyclamen in shape and 'posture'. I first though it might be an Oxalis, but they come with leaves like clover. So I don't know, sorry.
4 Jun, 2008
oops...... I have goofed Leon.....Sorry..
Thanks for the correction Spritz.
5 Jun, 2008
Thanks for trying. I think I've identified it from a gardening book as Dierama dracomontanum.
10 Jun, 2008
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This one is popping up today isn't it....IAgain Ithink it is Dodecatheon meadia " Shooting Star" also known as "American Cowslip"
Have a look at Spritzhenry's site ( Flowers ) it is on page 10
And see the photo from "modestmoose" - below your question.
Barb
4 Jun, 2008