P h o t o b y K S N P C S t a f f
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Habitat:
Mesic ravine forests, upper elevaton mesic hemlock forests, seeps in mesic forests and an oak-chesnut forest.
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Species Description:
Perennial herb.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early May to late June.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Painted trillium can be distinguished by having flowers peduncled (elevated on a stem) 1-5 cm long, and the flowers are white with a "streaky" purple crescent or marking. The petals are undulate and acute to acuminate. The leaves are acuminate at the tip with a rounded base, the petiole 5-10 mm.
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Management:
Disturbance such as ATV trails, timber removal or any activity that results in increased erosion and weed invasion will be detrimental.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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