Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
curvistylum
ID:
716828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hua

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 6: 424 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716161



Common Names

  • Polygonatum curvistylum
  • Curvistylum Solomon's Seal
  • Polygonatum Curvistylum


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Description

Polygonatum curvistylum (also called 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 curvistylum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonatum curvistylum has white bell-shaped flowers with yellow centres and a diameter of around 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonatum curvistylum 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 curvistylum

Polygonatum curvistylum is native to Japan and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Polygonatum curvistylum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonatum curvistylum?

Polygonatum curvistylum

What is the common name of Polygonatum curvistylum?

Curved Solomon's Seal

What is the best soil type for Polygonatum curvistylum?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-284022: Based on the initial data import
Henri Hua (1861-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hua' in the authors string.