Trout Lily (Erythronium Americanum) is a perennial herb in the Liliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A spring ephemeral wildflower with mottled leaves and yellow nodding flowers.

Trout Lily

Trout Lily

Erythronium Americanum

A spring ephemeral wildflower with mottled leaves and yellow nodding flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Trout Lily

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Liliaceae
Genus:Erythronium