Erythronium revolutum

Downy Trout Lily

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Spring-blooming bulbous perennial with spotted foliage and nodding white or yellow flowers. Native to western North American woodlands.
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Plant Details

Common Name Downy Trout Lily
Family Liliaceae
Genus Erythronium
Species Revolutum
Origin Western North America
Blooming Spring ephemeral bulb, white to pale yellow nodding flowers.
Leaf Color Green with purple/brown spots on underside
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining humus-rich soil, sandy loam or leaf mold mix.

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Watering

Keep moist during active growth. Allow soil to dry completely in summer dormancy to prevent bulb rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Dappled shade or morning sun only; avoid harsh afternoon light.

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer during spring leaf emergence, stop after foliage yellows.

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Pruning

Do not cut green foliage until it naturally yellow and withers.

Pest Control Aphid Bulb Mite Slug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
600 – 3000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
200 – 1500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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