Water
Trillium maculatum prefers consistently moist soil. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering as the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late summer.
Also known as Mottled Trillium · Spotted Trillium
Spotted wakerobin (Trillium maculatum) is a woodland perennial with distinctive mottled leaves and a solitary dark red to maroon flower. It thrives in moist, shady condit
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
25% intensity
Prefers dappled shade or woodland conditions. Avoid direct, hot sun.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged. Reduce watering when foliage dies back.
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cooler temperatures, especially during its active growing season. Protect from extreme heat.
Low Requirement
25% intensity
Enrich soil with compost or leaf mold annually. Avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Trillium maculatum prefers consistently moist soil. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering as the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late summer.
Pruning is generally not required for Trillium maculatum. Remove any dead or damaged foliage after it has naturally yellowed and died back in late summer.
This helps prevent disease and tidies the appearance of the plant as it enters dormancy.
Propagation is primarily done by division of established clumps in early spring or fall. Seeds can be collected when ripe and sown immediately, but germination is slow and can take several years.
Patience is key for seed propagation.
Repotting is usually only necessary if the plant becomes overcrowded or outgrows its container. This is best done in early spring or fall when the plant is dormant or just emerging.
Use a well-draining, woodland-style potting mix.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Melanthiaceae |
| Genus | Trillium |
| Species | Trillium maculatum |
Similar in genus Trillium
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