Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brevistylum
ID:
717024

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 14: 556 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716357



Common Names

  • Polygonatum brevistylum
  • Brevistylum Polygonatum
  • Polygonatum


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Description

Polygonatum brevistylum (also called Dwarf Solomon's Seal, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Himalayas and East Asia. It has arching stems with alternate leaves and small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonatum brevistylum is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and is drought-tolerant and easy to maintain. It can also be used for erosion control on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polygonatum brevistylum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower that hangs from a single stem. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonatum brevistylum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 44 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in the summer and root them in a well-draining mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Polygonatum brevistylum

Polygonatum brevistylum can be found in Europe, growing in moist, shady areas.

Polygonatum brevistylum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonatum brevistylum?

Polygonatum brevistylum

What is the common name of Polygonatum brevistylum?

Polygonatum brevistylum

Where is Polygonatum brevistylum native to?

Japan

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,

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