Lance-leaved Trillium (Trillium Lancifolium) is a perennial herb in the Melanthiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full shade or partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Trillium lancifolium is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant native to parts of the southeastern United States, characterized by lance-shaped leaves and small flowers.

Lance-leaved Trillium

Lance-leaved Trillium

Trillium Lancifolium

Trillium lancifolium is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant native to parts of the southeastern United States, characterized by lance-shaped leaves and small flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Shade, Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, early spring interest

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lance-leaved Trillium

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Prune
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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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Lance-leaved Trillium
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Taxonomy

Family:Melanthiaceae
Genus:Trillium