Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
amoenum
ID:
691940

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.L.Wendl.) LaFrankie

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Taxon 35(3): 588 (1986):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691273

Common Names

  • Maianthemum amoenum
  • False Lily-of-the-Valley
  • False Solomon's Seal

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Synonyms

  • Smilacina amoena H.L.Wendl. [unknown]

Description

Maianthemum amoenum (also called Amoenum False Solomon's Seal, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to North America. It typically grows up to 15-30 cm tall and has a clump-forming habit. It is found in moist, shady forests, as well as in dry, deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Maianthemum amoenum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maianthemum amoenum is a small, white flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maianthemum amoenum is an evergreen perennial that grows in a clump and can reach heights of 6-12 inches. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Maianthemum amoenum

Maianthemum amoenum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Maianthemum amoenum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maianthemum amoenum?

Maianthemum amoenum

What is the common name of Maianthemum amoenum?

Amoenum Maianthemum

Where is Maianthemum amoenum found?

Maianthemum amoenum is found in Central and South America

Species in the Maianthemum genus

Maianthemum comaltepecense, Maianthemum viridiflorum, Maianthemum gongshanensis, Maianthemum szechuanicum, Maianthemum mexicanum, Maianthemum paniculatum, Maianthemum dahuricum, Maianthemum macrophyllum, Maianthemum salvinii, Maianthemum scilloideum, Maianthemum atropurpureum, Maianthemum racemosum, Maianthemum stellatum, Maianthemum trifolium, Maianthemum yesoense, Maianthemum oleraceum, Maianthemum purpureum, Maianthemum robustum, Maianthemum tatsienense, Maianthemum tubiferum, Maianthemum lichiangense, Maianthemum gigas, Maianthemum formosanum, Maianthemum forrestii, Maianthemum fuscum, Maianthemum paludicola, Maianthemum henryi, Maianthemum japonicum, Maianthemum intermedium, Maianthemum monteverdense, Maianthemum nanchuanense, Maianthemum amoenum, Maianthemum flexuosum, Maianthemum bifolium, Maianthemum canadense, Maianthemum dilatatum, Maianthemum fusciduliflorum, Maianthemum stenolobum, Maianthemum bicolor, Maianthemum shaolinchii,

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-281324: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Wendland (1791-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.L.Wendl.' in the authors string.
James Vincent LaFrankie (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'LaFrankie' in the authors string.