Yellow Trout Lily
(Erythronium americanum)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 0.5 - 1 ft
Spread: 0.5 - 1 ft
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Time: Early Spring (Mar - May)
Fruit Type: Seed Capsule
Fruit Color: Green
Autumn Color: N/A (Dormant)
Sun Conditions: Part Shade / Full Shade
Shade Tolerance: High
Moisture Preference: Medium
Deer Resistance*: Medium / High
Dog Safe**: Insufficient Info
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names: Yellow Dogtooth Violet
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Yellow Trout Lily is an early pollen and nectar source for various pollinators. Ants can eat the elaiosomes.
