Trillium flexipes aka Nodding Trillium
Taxonomy
Common names
Nodding Trillium, Drooping Trillium, Nodding WakerobinHow to care for Nodding Trillium
Difficulty
Nodding Trillium is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal attention, making it an excellent choice for beginners.
Water
Nodding Trillium should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Nodding Trillium loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
Lighting
To ensure optimal growth, the Nodding Trillium prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
Toxicity
Ploi does not possess verified information regarding the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event that you, a member of your family, or a pet ingests plant material with an unclear toxicity level, it is highly recommended to seek the advice of a medical professional.
Fertilizer
The growth of Nodding Trillium is gradual and it doesn't necessitate any additional fertilizers. Replacing the soil in its pot once a year should suffice to provide the plant with sufficient nutrition. It's important to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun's rays, not fertilizers.
Growth-pattern
The Nodding Trillium is a clumping species, with new growth arising from the soil surrounding the parent plant.
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More Species in Trillium Genus

Trillium sulcatum Furrowed Wakerobin

Trillium viridescens Tapertip Wakerobin

Trillium erectum Bethroot

Trillium rugelii Illscented Wakerobin

Trillium albidum Giant White Wakerobin

Trillium grandiflorum Great White Trillium

Trillium recurvatum Bloody Butcher

Trillium pusillum Dwarf Trillium

Trillium kamtschaticum
