Zigadenus glaberrimus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaberrimus
ID:
754359
Status:
valid
Authors:
Michx.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1803
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 213 (1803)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000753692
Common Names
- Zigadenus glaberrimus
- Smooth Death Camas
- Smooth Zigadenus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zigadenus glaberrimus (also called Smooth Deathcamas, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in woodlands, grasslands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Zigadenus glaberrimus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zigadenus glaberrimus has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black and are dispersed by wind. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zigadenus glaberrimus is a perennial herb native to North America. It is commonly cultivated as an ornamental plant. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist substrate and kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Zigadenus glaberrimus
Zigadenus glaberrimus is found in the western United States and Canada.
Zigadenus glaberrimus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zigadenus glaberrimus?
Zigadenus glaberrimus
What is the common name of Zigadenus glaberrimus?
Smooth Deathcamas
What type of plant is Zigadenus glaberrimus?
Herb
Species in the Zigadenus genus
Species in the Melanthiaceae family
Amianthium muscaetoxicum, Anticlea elegans, Anticlea sibirica, Anticlea virescens, Anticlea volcanica, Chamaelirium luteum, Chamaelirium chinense, Chamaelirium cordifolium, Chamaelirium hisauchianum, Chamaelirium shiwandashanense, Chamaelirium actinomorphum, Chamaelirium nanlingense, Chamaelirium koidzumianum, Chamaelirium japonicum, Helonias alpina, Helonias breviscapa, Helonias bullata, Helonias kawanoi, Helonias leucantha, Helonias orientalis, Helonias thibetica, Helonias umbellata, Helonias yunnanensis, Helonias jinpingensis, Paris japonica, Paris delavayi, Paris incompleta, Paris bashanensis, Paris fargesii, Paris dunniana, Paris tetraphylla, Paris thibetica, Paris vaniotii, Paris verticillata, Paris mairei, Paris marmorata, Paris quadrifolia, Paris polyphylla, Paris undulatis, Paris birmanica, Paris rugosa, Paris daliensis, Paris dulongensis, Paris cronquistii, Paris forrestii, Paris vietnamensis, Paris luquanensis, Paris polyandra, Paris axialis, Paris caobangensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-293141: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.