Status:
valid
Authors:
(Franch.) S.C.Chen & Kawano
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Novon 10: 113 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693735
Common Names
- Maianthemum stenolobum
- Broad-leaved Solomon's Seal
- False Solomon's Seal
Synonyms
- Maianthemum tatsienense stenolobum (Franch.) H.Li [unknown]
- Smilacina paniculata stenoloba (Franch.) F.T.Wang & Tang [unknown]
- Smilacina tatsienensis stenoloba (Franch.) D.M.Liu [unknown]
- Smilacina tatsienensis stenoloba (Franch.) H.Hara [unknown]
- Tovaria stenoloba Franch. [unknown]
- Smilacina stenoloba (Franch.) Diels [unknown]
Description
Maianthemum stenolobum (also called narrow-leaved false Solomon's seal, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the lily family native to North America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady woods.
Uses & Benefits
Maianthemum stenolobum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Maianthemum stenolobum has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Maianthemum stenolobum is a small shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Maianthemum stenolobum
Maianthemum stenolobum is found in the South American countries of Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil.
Maianthemum stenolobum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maianthemum stenolobum?
Maianthemum stenolobum
What is the common name of Maianthemum stenolobum?
Stenolobum
What is the family of Maianthemum stenolobum?
Liliaceae
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,