Chattahoochee River Trillium
Trillium decipiens J.D.Freeman
Trillium decipiens, known as Chattahoochee River Trillium, is a spring-flowering perennial plant native to Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. It is primarily found near the Chattahoochee River, with scattered populations in the Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plains. This species thrives in rich deciduous woods, particularly on bluffs, in ravines, and on alluvial land.
Description
Trillium decipiens belongs to the genus Trillium in the family Melanthiaceae. The species was first described in 1975 by J.D. Freeman. It is a perennial herb that blooms in spring and is adapted to moist, wooded environments. Its distribution is limited to specific regions within the southeastern United States, where it is associated with well-drained soils in forested areas. The plant is part of the native flora of the coastal plains and is an indicator of undisturbed, ecologically rich habitats.
Other common names
Chattahoochee River TrilliumChattahoochee River WakerobinDeceiving TrilliumDeceptive TrilliumMimic Trillium
Distribution
Global · Alabama · Florida · Georgia