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Tschonoskii Trillium (Trillium tschonoskii)
Family: Trilliaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)
Trillium tschonoskii is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from April to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.
Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons
Edible Parts: Fruit
Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer
Flavor & Culinary Uses
Fruit. No more details are given. — No more details are given.
Habitat & North American Range
Mountains in C. and S. Japan. Shady places in rocky wooded ravines in humus-rich soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)