Whip-poor-will Flower
Trillium cernuum
Description
Whip-poor-will Flower, also known as Trillium cernuum, is a perennial wildflower native to the northeastern United States and eastern Canada. It is part of the Melanthiaceae family and commonly referred to as 'nodding trillium' due to its drooping bell-shaped flowers that are usually hidden beneath its large three-leaved bracts.
- Life Cycle
- perennial
- Height
- 12 to 20 inches
- Sun Exposure
- Full shade to partial shade
- Bloom Months
- May, June
- Bloom Color
- Bloom Description
- The bloom color of the Whip-poor-will Flower is primarily white, although it can sometimes appear pink-tinged.