Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
odoratum
ID:
716730

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mill.) Druce

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Ann. Scott. Nat. Hist. 1906: 226 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716063



Common Names

  • Polygonatum odoratum
  • Odorum Polygonatum
  • Polygonatum Polygonatum


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Description

Polygonatum odoratum (also called Fragrant Solomon's Seal, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has white flowers and grows up to 1 meter in height. It grows in moist soils and in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonatum odoratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach ache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Polygonatum odoratum var. pluriflorum (Miq.) Ohwi
Polygonatum odoratum var. thunbergii (C.Morren & Decne.) H.Hara
Polygonatum odoratum var. maximowiczii (F.Schmidt) Koidz.
Polygonatum odoratum var. odoratum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonatum odoratum 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 odoratum is a deciduous perennial that can reach up to 4 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a new location when they are about 6 inches tall.

Where to Find Polygonatum odoratum

Polygonatum odoratum is native to Europe and Asia. It is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas.

Polygonatum odoratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonatum odoratum?

Polygonatum odoratum

What is the common name of Polygonatum odoratum?

Fragrant Polygonatum

What is the natural habitat of Polygonatum odoratum?

Tropical rainforests

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-284008: Based on the initial data import
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.