Status:
valid
Authors:
T.S.Patrick
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 36: 27 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745456
Common Names
- Trillium Sulcatum
- Sulcate Trillium
- Sulcate Plant
Synonyms
- Trillium sulcatum albolutescens T.S.Patrick [unknown]
Description
Trillium sulcatum (also called Grooved Trillium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has a thin stem, reaching up to 40 cm in height, with small, white flowers and divided leaves. It prefers moist habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Trillium sulcatum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trillium sulcatum has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trillium sulcatum is a perennial plant native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from healthy clumps and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a cool, humid environment.
Where to Find Trillium sulcatum
Trillium sulcatum can be found in North America.
Trillium sulcatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trillium sulcatum?
Trillium sulcatum
What is the common name of Trillium sulcatum?
Grooved Trillium
What is the natural habitat of Trillium sulcatum?
Moist woods and thickets
Species in the Trillium genus
Trillium sulcatum,
Trillium taiwanense,
Trillium komarovii,
Trillium channellii,
Trillium stamineum,
Trillium yezoense,
Trillium viridescens,
Trillium viride,
Trillium vaseyi,
Trillium undulatum,
Trillium underwoodii,
Trillium chloropetalum,
Trillium albidum,
Trillium tschonoskii,
Trillium catesbaei,
Trillium camschatcense,
Trillium apetalon,
Trillium angustipetalum,
Trillium ovatum,
Trillium petiolatum,
Trillium nivale,
Trillium miyabeanum,
Trillium cernuum,
Trillium luteum,
Trillium smallii,
Trillium simile,
Trillium sessile,
Trillium rugelii,
Trillium persistens,
Trillium ludovicianum,
Trillium reliquum,
Trillium recurvatum,
Trillium pusillum,
Trillium discolor,
Trillium flexipes,
Trillium maculatum,
Trillium foetidissimum,
Trillium decumbens,
Trillium decipiens,
Trillium cuneatum,
Trillium erectum,
Trillium lancifolium,
Trillium kurabayashii,
Trillium hagae,
Trillium grandiflorum,
Trillium gracile,
Trillium govanianum,
Trillium crockerianum,
Trillium oostingii,
Trillium georgianum,
Species in the Melanthiaceae family
Amianthium muscaetoxicum,
Anticlea elegans,
Anticlea sibirica,
Anticlea virescens,
Anticlea volcanica,
Chamaelirium luteum,
Chamaelirium chinense,
Chamaelirium cordifolium,
Chamaelirium hisauchianum,
Chamaelirium shiwandashanense,
Chamaelirium actinomorphum,
Chamaelirium nanlingense,
Chamaelirium koidzumianum,
Chamaelirium japonicum,
Helonias alpina,
Helonias breviscapa,
Helonias bullata,
Helonias kawanoi,
Helonias leucantha,
Helonias orientalis,
Helonias thibetica,
Helonias umbellata,
Helonias yunnanensis,
Helonias jinpingensis,
Paris japonica,
Paris delavayi,
Paris incompleta,
Paris bashanensis,
Paris fargesii,
Paris dunniana,
Paris tetraphylla,
Paris thibetica,
Paris vaniotii,
Paris verticillata,
Paris mairei,
Paris marmorata,
Paris quadrifolia,
Paris polyphylla,
Paris undulatis,
Paris birmanica,
Paris rugosa,
Paris daliensis,
Paris dulongensis,
Paris cronquistii,
Paris forrestii,
Paris vietnamensis,
Paris luquanensis,
Paris polyandra,
Paris axialis,
Paris caobangensis,
References
Thomas S. Patrick: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.S.Patrick' in the authors string.