Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cryptanthum
ID:
716914

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lév. & Vaniot

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 5: 282 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716247



Common Names

  • Polygonatum cryptanthum
  • Cryptanthum Polygonatum
  • Hidden-flowered Polygonatum


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Synonyms

  • Polygonatum fauriei H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]

Description

Polygonatum cryptanthum (also called Cryptanthum Solomon's Seal, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Asia. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of up to 1 meter. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and lanceolate in shape. It is found in moist forests and in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonatum cryptanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonatum cryptanthum has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that hang in clusters from the stem. The flowers are followed by small, round, green seed capsules that turn brown when ripe. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have two long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonatum cryptanthum is an evergreen perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or from seed. The plant can be divided in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Polygonatum cryptanthum

Polygonatum cryptanthum is native to China and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Polygonatum cryptanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonatum cryptanthum?

Polygonatum cryptanthum

What is the common name of Polygonatum cryptanthum?

Cryptic Solomon's Seal

What is the best soil type for Polygonatum cryptanthum?

Organic-rich, moist, well-drained soil

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

Eugène Vaniot (1846-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vaniot' in the authors string.
Augustin Abel Hector Léveillé (1864-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lév.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:540109-1: Based on the initial data import