Wakerobin, Pacific trillium, Oettinger's trillium, Hibberson's trillium

Trillium ovatum

Physical Characteristics

Trillium ovatum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in full shade (deep woodland) semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Western N. America - Montana to British Columbia, south to California and Colorado.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; not Deep Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: The leaves are sometimes cooked for greens[212].

Medicinal Uses

Birthing aid Ophthalmic Skin A decoction of the fresh or dried powdered root is used as a treatment for sore eyes[207]. The fresh root juice can be dripped into an afflicted eye[257]. The juice of the plant can be applied externally as a treatment for boils[257]. A poultice of the root can be used as a treatment for boils[257]. The thick underground root stalks were used by some native North American Indian tribes during childbirth[212].

Known Hazards

None known