Trillium, bloodroot, violets, trout lily, and others, plus bloom timing and habitats.
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- What three main parts make up a trillium flower?
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Three petals, three sepals, three leaves- When do most trillium species bloom?
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April to May, mid to late spring- What habitat do trilliums prefer?
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Rich, moist deciduous forests with well-drained soil- What color are large-flowered trillium petals?
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White when freshly opened, aging to pink or red- How does nodding trillium get its name?
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Its flower hangs downward on a bent stem- Why is bloodroot called bloodroot?
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Its rhizome and roots contain a red-orange sap- When does bloodroot bloom compared to other spring wildflowers?
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Very early spring, March to April, one of the earliest- What color are bloodroot flowers?
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Pure white, with 8 to 12 petals- What is distinctive about how bloodroot's leaf unfurls?
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A single large lobed leaf wraps around the flower stem and unfolds as the flower opens- Why is trout lily called by that name?
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Its mottled leaves resemble the spots and markings on a brook trout- What color are trout lily flowers?
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Bright yellow, with petals that curve backward- When do trout lily flowers bloom?
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Mid to late April through May- How long does it take a trout lily to flower from seed?
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Six to seven years- What color are most woodland violet flowers?
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Blue, purple, or violet- Do all violet species have the same flower color?
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No, some are white or yellow, and colors vary widely by species
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