Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sparsifolium
ID:
722879

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.T.Wang & Tang

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hubeiensis 4: 511 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722212



Common Names

  • Sparse-leaved Solomon's-seal
  • Polygonatum sparsifolium
  • Sparse-leaved King's-cord


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Description

Polygonatum sparsifolium (also called Sparse-leaved Solomon's Seal, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant with a creeping habit, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia, found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria, typically in open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonatum sparsifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a ground cover. The plant is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonatum sparsifolium has small, white flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonatum sparsifolium is a hardy, evergreen perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It grows best in well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Polygonatum sparsifolium

Polygonatum sparsifolium is native to Australia and can be found in open forests and woodlands in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.

Polygonatum sparsifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonatum sparsifolium?

Polygonatum sparsifolium

What is the common name of Polygonatum sparsifolium?

Sparse-leaved Solomon's Seal

What type of plant is Polygonatum sparsifolium?

Perennial herb

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-284942: Based on the initial data import
Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.