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Trillium recurvatum

prairie wakerobin

With mottled or variegated leaves, this species tends to spread around and form patches, unlike some of the more solitary-growing Trillium species.. The name 'recurvatum' comes from the downwardly-recurved sepals.

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Height: 6-18 in
Spread: 8-12 in
Hardiness Zone: 4-9


Bloom Color: Red

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Ecoregion
Not Ecotypic in New England
Ornamental Interest
Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Additional Attributes
Spring Ephemeral
Landscape Use
Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Red Fruit


North American Distribution


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