Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
orientale
ID:
716814

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 9: 50 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716147



Common Names

  • Polygonatum orientale
  • Oriental Solomon's Seal
  • Polygonatum Orientale


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Synonyms

  • Polygonatum polyanthemum (M.Bieb.) Link [unknown]
  • Polygonatum obtusifolium Miscz. ex Grossh. [illegitimate]
  • Polygonatum cilicicum Schott ex Kotschy [unknown]
  • Convallaria orientalis (Desf.) Poir. [unknown]
  • Convallaria polyanthema M.Bieb. [unknown]

Description

Polygonatum orientale (also called 'Oriental Solomon's Seal', among many other common names) is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe, occurring in Austria, Bulgaria, France, Germany, Italy, Romania, and Switzerland. It is found in moist, shady areas, in deciduous woodland, and in grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonatum orientale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonatum orientale 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 orientale is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 26 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 orientale

Polygonatum orientale is native to the Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, and China.

Polygonatum orientale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonatum orientale?

Polygonatum orientale

What is the common name of Polygonatum orientale?

Oriental Solomon's Seal

What is the best soil type for Polygonatum orientale?

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,

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