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Trillium luteum

Lemon Scented Trillium, Lemon Scented Wakerobin
Other regional names: Wax Toadshade +4 more
  • Wax Toadshade
  • Wax Trillium
  • Wax Wakerobin
  • Yellow Trillium
  • Yellow Wakerobin
Also known as: Trillium cuneatum var. luteum (Muhl.) H.E.Ahles +5 more
  • Trillium cuneatum var. luteum (Muhl.) H.E.Ahles
  • Trillium hugeri f. flavum Peattie
  • Trillium sessile f. luteum (Muhl.) Peattie
  • Trillium sessile var. luteum Muhl.
  • Trillium underwoodii var. luteum (Muhl.) J.F.Macbr.
  • Trillium viride var. luteum (Muhl.) Gleason
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Melanthiaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a rhizomatous geophyte.

Trillium luteum (commonly known as Lemon-scented Trillium or Lemon-scented Wakerobin) is a rhizomatous plant belonging to the Melanthiaceae family. Naturally occurring in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Bulb

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, Tennessee

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Maryland

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