Toadshade (Trillium sessile)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Hort Answers

Wildflowers

Toadshade
Trillium sessile

Toadshade
Toadshade
 
Features

Maroon or yellow green flowers with three erect petals. Leaves are in threes and are lightly mottled.

 
 
Culture
Partial to full shade; consistently moist soils. 
 
Mature Height
4-12 Inches
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
Green
Red
 
 
Bloom Season
April - June
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Shade
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.
 
Additional Notes

Found in woods. Threatened in Michigan.