Drooping Trillium (Trillium flexipes)

Family: Lily Family (Liliaceae)

Other Names: Bent Trillium

Origin: Native

Historic First Bloom Seen: April 7*

GPS For Stand: N 39°04.770' W 84°25.074'

Interesting Facts: This plant is so abundant in one portion of the preserve, that the Trillium Valley Trail was named in it's honor. This beautiful wildflower is one of the most recognized species of the spring wildflower season. The seeds of this plant have an oil that that aids in seed dispersal by attracting ants to take them back to their nest. As with all other Trillium species, this one occurs in the rich woodland soils of the preserve.

*Average bloom time is based on a compilation of wildflower bloom times from 1975 to present.