Status:
valid
Authors:
Floden
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 236: 275 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344397
Common Names
- Polygonatum angelicum
- Angelic Polygonatum
- Angelic's Polygonatum
Description
Polygonatum angelicum (also called 'Angelicum Polygonatum', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in meadows, grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Polygonatum angelicum is a popular houseplant and is often used as a decorative plant in gardens. It has attractive foliage and can be used to create a colourful border in a garden. The plant is also known to be a natural air purifier.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
POLYGONATUM angelicum has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polygonatum angelicum can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but will require more frequent watering. It can also be grown in containers.
Where to Find Polygonatum angelicum
Polygonatum angelicum is native to China and can be found in the wild in the mountains of Sichuan Province.
Polygonatum angelicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polygonatum angelicum?
Polygonatum angelicum
What is the common name of Polygonatum angelicum?
Polygonatum angelicum
What is the family of Polygonatum angelicum?
Asparagaceae
Species in the Polygonatum genus
Polygonatum macranthum,
Polygonatum macropodum,
Polygonatum megaphyllum,
Polygonatum kingianum,
Polygonatum involucratum,
Polygonatum lasianthum,
Polygonatum latifolium,
Polygonatum mengtzense,
Polygonatum prattii,
Polygonatum pseudopolyanthemum,
Polygonatum pubescens,
Polygonatum punctatum,
Polygonatum odoratum,
Polygonatum multiflorum,
Polygonatum nervulosum,
Polygonatum nodosum,
Polygonatum oppositifolium,
Polygonatum orientale,
Polygonatum curvistylum,
Polygonatum cirrhifolium,
Polygonatum cathcartii,
Polygonatum cyrtonema,
Polygonatum desoulavyi,
Polygonatum domonense,
Polygonatum cryptanthum,
Polygonatum arisanense,
Polygonatum biflorum,
Polygonatum brevistylum,
Polygonatum buschianum,
Polygonatum hirtellum,
Polygonatum griffithii,
Polygonatum hookeri,
Polygonatum graminifolium,
Polygonatum humile,
Polygonatum hybridum,
Polygonatum inflatum,
Polygonatum robustum,
Polygonatum falcatum,
Polygonatum franchetii,
Polygonatum geminiflorum,
Polygonatum glaberrimum,
Polygonatum govanianum,
Polygonatum filipes,
Polygonatum tamaense,
Polygonatum tessellatum,
Polygonatum verticillatum,
Polygonatum roseum,
Polygonatum sewerzowi,
Polygonatum stewartianum,
Polygonatum stenophyllum,
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
Aaron J. Floden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Floden' in the authors string.