Furrowed wakerobin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Furrowed wakerobin |
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Trillium
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sulcatum
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The Trillium sulcatum, also known as the furrowed wakerobin, southern red trillium, or Barksdale trillium, is a beautiful wildflower. It's a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years and comes back each spring. You can spot its dark reddish flowers blooming in April and May.
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About the Furrowed Wakerobin
This special plant is native to the southern Appalachian Mountains. You can find it growing in areas from West Virginia all the way down to Alabama. It prefers the forests and woodlands of these regions.
What Does It Look Like?
The Trillium sulcatum has a unique appearance. Its dark reddish flower grows on a stem called a pedicel. This pedicel holds the flower above the plant's three large leaves. The petals of the flower are recurved, which means they bend backwards. After the flower fades, a red berry forms.
Where Does It Grow?
The furrowed wakerobin is found mainly in the Appalachian Mountains. This mountain range stretches across many states in the eastern United States. The plant thrives in the rich soil and shaded areas of these forests.
When Does It Bloom?
This trillium is one of the early bloomers of spring. Its flowers typically appear in April and May. This makes it a welcome sight after the long winter months.
