Description and General Information:
Trillium luteum is native to mountain woodlands of southeast USA. This species is part of the sessile group of trilliums, characterized by stemless flowers. Plants reach about 45 cm tall with a whorl of three green leaves variously tesselated in silvery blotches and streaks. Each stem terminates in a single stemless yellow flower with three 5-7.5 cm long petals. Flowers have a lemony fragrance.
Blooming Season:
April in the south to early June in the north.