Polygonatum tessellatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tessellatum
ID:
717490
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.T.Wang & Tang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , Bot. 7: 85 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716823
Common Names
- Tessellatum Polygonatum
- Tesselated Solomon's Seal
- Tesselated False Solomon's Seal
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Polygonatum tessellatum (also called Tessellated Solomon's Seal, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has white or yellowish-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Polygonatum tessellatum is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Polygonatum tessellatum is a white-pink, pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, light green plant with small, light green leaves.
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Polygonatum tessellatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Polygonatum tessellatum
Polygonatum tessellatum is native to Japan. It can be found in moist, shady habitats.
Polygonatum tessellatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polygonatum tessellatum?
Polygonatum tessellatum
Where does Polygonatum tessellatum grow?
It grows in the Caucasus region of Eurasia.
What type of soil does Polygonatum tessellatum prefer?
It prefers moist, well-drained, loamy 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-284140: 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.