Prairie Trillium (Trillium recurvatum)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Prairie Trillium
Trillium recurvatum

Prairie Trillium
Prairie Trillium
 
Features

Maroon to purple flowers with three erect petals. Leaves in threes and are mottled.

 
 
Culture

Partial to full shade; consistently moist soils.

 
 
Mature Height
12-18 Inches
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 9 
 
Bloom Color
Purple
Red
 
 
Bloom Season
April - May
 
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. Listed as threatened in Michigan.