Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dilatatum
ID:
691961

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alph.Wood) A.Nelson & J.F.Macbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 61: 30 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691294

Common Names

  • Maianthemum dilatatum
  • False Lily-of-the-Valley
  • Spreading False Solomon's Seal

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Synonyms

  • Maianthemum kamtschaticum (J.F.Gmel.) Nakai [unknown]
  • Maianthemum bifolium kamtschaticum (J.F.Gmel.) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Smilacina dilatata (Alph.Wood) Nutt. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Unifolium dilatatum (Alph.Wood) Greene [unknown]
  • Maianthemum bifolium dilatatum Alph.Wood [unknown]
  • Unifolium kamtschaticum (J.F.Gmel.) Gorman [unknown]
  • Unifolium bifolium kamtschaticum (J.F.Gmel.) Piper [unknown]
  • Convallaria bifolia kamtschatica J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Smilacina bifolia kamtschatica S.G.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Maianthemum bifolium kamtschaticum (J.F.Gmel.) Trautv. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Maianthemum bifolium kamtschaticum (S.G.Gmel. ex Cham.) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Convallaria bifolia kamtschaticum S.G.Gmel. [unknown]

Description

Maianthemum dilatatum (also called False Solomon's Seal, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has white flowers in a nodding cluster and two oval-shaped, toothed leaves. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Maianthemum dilatatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maianthemum dilatatum has small, white flowers that have 6 petals and 6 stamens. The flowers are borne in a terminal cluster. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maianthemum dilatatum is an evergreen perennial that grows in a clump and can reach heights of 6-12 inches. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Maianthemum dilatatum

Maianthemum dilatatum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Maianthemum dilatatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maianthemum dilatatum?

Maianthemum dilatatum

What is the common name of Maianthemum dilatatum?

Broadleaf Starflower

What is the natural habitat of Maianthemum dilatatum?

Woodlands, especially in the Northern Hemisphere

Species in the Maianthemum genus

Maianthemum comaltepecense, Maianthemum viridiflorum, Maianthemum gongshanensis, Maianthemum szechuanicum, Maianthemum mexicanum, Maianthemum paniculatum, Maianthemum dahuricum, Maianthemum macrophyllum, Maianthemum salvinii, Maianthemum scilloideum, Maianthemum atropurpureum, Maianthemum racemosum, Maianthemum stellatum, Maianthemum trifolium, Maianthemum yesoense, Maianthemum oleraceum, Maianthemum purpureum, Maianthemum robustum, Maianthemum tatsienense, Maianthemum tubiferum, Maianthemum lichiangense, Maianthemum gigas, Maianthemum formosanum, Maianthemum forrestii, Maianthemum fuscum, Maianthemum paludicola, Maianthemum henryi, Maianthemum japonicum, Maianthemum intermedium, Maianthemum monteverdense, Maianthemum nanchuanense, Maianthemum amoenum, Maianthemum flexuosum, Maianthemum bifolium, Maianthemum canadense, Maianthemum dilatatum, Maianthemum fusciduliflorum, Maianthemum stenolobum, Maianthemum bicolor, Maianthemum shaolinchii,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-281335: Based on the initial data import
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Aven Nelson (1859-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Nelson' in the authors string.
Alphonso Wood (1810-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alph.Wood' in the authors string.