Yellow trout lily

Yellow trout lily (Erythronium americanum)

Yellow trout lily, also known as Yellow dog-tooth violet, Yellow adder's tongue

The yellow trout lily (Erythronium americanum) is a spring-blooming plant native to North American woodlands. Its common name comes from the leaf pattern, which looks similar to the markings found on trout.

Key Facts About Yellow trout lily

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Attributes of Yellow trout lily

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
0 mm to 30 cm
Spread
10 cm
Leaf Color
Green Purple Brown
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 8 cm
Flower Color
Yellow

Scientific Classification of Yellow trout lily

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Liliales
Family
Lily
Genus
Fawn lilies
Species
Yellow trout lily