Flowering Plants
of the Forest
(Spring Bloomers)
Toadshade
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Toadshade - Trillium sessile
This plant with a maroon-colored, stalkless and erect flower is one of the earliest bloomers in the forest. It can tolerate some some sun but likes rich and moist woods under a bit of shade. Toadshade can be found from Western New York to Georgia.
