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Description
Trillium Ovatum Var. Ovatum, also known as Western Trillium or Pacific Trillium, is a perennial herb native to the western coast of North America. It belongs to the Liliaceae family and is a member of the Trillium genus. This plant is known for its beautiful, three-petaled flowers that emerge in the spring and last for several weeks. The flowers are usually white, but can sometimes be pink or red.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Eukarya||————|————-|| Kingdom| Plantae|| Phylum| Angiosperms || Class| Liliopsida|| Order| Liliales|| Family| Liliaceae|| Genus| Trillium|| Species| Ovatum|| Subspecies | Var. Ovatum |
Appearance
Trillium Ovatum Var. Ovatum has a simple stem that grows up to 1.5 feet tall. It has three leaves that are large and oval-shaped. The flowers are usually white, but can sometimes be pink or red. They have three petals that are about 2 inches long and a distinctive, three-parted stigma in the center. The flowers bloom in the spring and last for several weeks. After the flowers die, the plant produces fruit that contains seeds for reproduction.
Care Guide
Trillium Ovatum Var. Ovatum prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. It requires regular watering, especially during dry spells, but can tolerate some drought. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. This plant prefers partial to full shade and is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Trillium Ovatum Var. Ovatum is relatively pest and disease-free. However, it can be susceptible to fungal diseases, such as powdery mildew and leaf spot, if the soil is too moist or the plant is overcrowded. To prevent these diseases, make sure the soil is well-draining, and space the plants at least 12 inches apart.
Habitat
Trillium Ovatum Var. Ovatum is native to the western coast of North America, from British Columbia to California. It grows in moist, shaded forests and meadows, often alongside other wildflowers and ferns.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should Trillium Ovatum Var. Ovatum be watered?
A: This plant requires regular watering, especially during dry spells, but can tolerate some drought. Water it when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
Q: What is the best time of year to fertilize Trillium Ovatum Var. Ovatum?
A: Fertilize this plant in the spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Trillium Ovatum Var. Ovatum?
A: This plant is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Q: Can Trillium Ovatum Var. Ovatum be grown in containers?
A: While it is possible to grow this plant in containers, it prefers to be planted in the ground in a shaded, moist area.
Related Plants
– Trillium petiolatum- Trillium albidum- Trillium grandiflorum- Trillium sessile- Trillium erectum
References
– “Trillium Ovatum.” Pacific Bulb Society. https://www.pacificbulbsociety.org/pbswiki/index.php/TrilliumOvatum- “Trillium Ovatum.” Missouri Botanical Garden. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=286436&isprofile=0&genus=TRILLIUM&species=OVATUM&variety=ovatum- “Trillium Ovatum.” Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=TROV2
