Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
trifolium
ID:
691200

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Sloboda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Rostlinnictví : 192 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690533

Common Names

  • Maianthemum trifolium
  • Trifolium Maianthemum
  • Trifoliate Maianthemum

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Synonyms

  • Asteranthemum trifoliatum Kunth [illegitimate]
  • Asteranthemum trifolium (L.) Nieuwl. [unknown]
  • Smilacina trifolia (L.) Desf. [unknown]
  • Tovaria trifolia (L.) Baker [unknown]
  • Unifolium trifolium (L.) Greene [unknown]
  • Vagnera trifolia (L.) Morong [unknown]
  • Vagnera pumila Standl. [unknown]
  • Vagnera trifolia unifolia Farw. [unknown]
  • Vagnera trifolia bifolia Farw. [unknown]
  • Convallaria trifolia L. [unknown]
  • Asteranthemum trifolium (L.) Kunth [unknown]

Description

Maianthemum trifolium (also called False Solomon's Seal, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is found in moist woods and thickets, and along stream banks. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has white flowers with six petals and yellow anthers.

Uses & Benefits

Maianthemum trifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Maianthemum trifolium are white and star-shaped, with three petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maianthemum trifolium can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, carefully dig up the plant and divide it into several sections. Replant each section in a well-draining potting mix. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. Place the pot in a warm, bright location. Fertilize the plant every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Maianthemum trifolium

Maianthemum trifolium is native to North America, from Alaska and Canada south to California and New Mexico.

Maianthemum trifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maianthemum trifolium?

Maianthemum trifolium

What are the common names of Maianthemum trifolium?

Three-leaved Solomon's-seal, False Solomon's Seal, Trefoil Solomon's Seal

Where is Maianthemum trifolium found?

Maianthemum trifolium is found in North America, Europe, and Asia

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-281250: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Daniel Sloboda (1809-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sloboda' in the authors string.