Western Trillium

Early Spring Flowers Types of Lilies Types of Flowers

>Western Trillium (Trillium ovatum), also known as the Western or Pacific Wakerobin, are found in high numbers on the floors of many Western forests.

A spring hike always means seeing the plant's color changing flowers. Initially they bloom white, slowly turning a shade of pink or red over time.

The picture shows a pink version of the flower. The leaves, not fully shown, are a solid green color.

They are early bloomers at lower elevations. At higher elevations they can be seen blooming during the summer months.

© 2008 Patricia A. Michaels