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prairie trillium

Trillium recurvatum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Liliales ›Family: Melanthiaceae ›Genus: Trillium

About

Trillium recurvatum, the bloody butcher or prairie trillium, is a spring wildflower in the Melanthiaceae family. It is native to parts of the central and eastern United States, where it is found from Iowa south to Texas and east to North Carolina and Pennsylvania. It natural habitat is mesic forests and savannas, often in calcareous soil.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of prairie trillium?
The scientific name of prairie trillium is Trillium recurvatum.
What kingdom does prairie trillium belong to?
prairie trillium belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does prairie trillium belong to?
prairie trillium belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does prairie trillium belong to?
prairie trillium belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does prairie trillium belong to?
prairie trillium belongs to the order Liliales.
What family does prairie trillium belong to?
prairie trillium belongs to the family Melanthiaceae.
What genus does prairie trillium belong to?
prairie trillium belongs to the genus Trillium.