Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.Martens & Galeotti) LaFrankie
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Taxon 35(3): 588 (1986):.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690315
Common Names
- Maianthemum paniculatum
- Paniculatum Lily
- Feathery False Solomon's Seal
Synonyms
- Maianthemum septifolium LaFrankie [unknown]
- Smilacina paniculata M.Martens & Galeotti [unknown]
- Smilacina thyrsoidea (Baker) Hemsl. [unknown]
- Smilacina nervulosa (Baker) Hemsl. [unknown]
- Smilacina laxiflora (Baker) Hemsl. [unknown]
- Tovaria nervulosa Baker [unknown]
- Tovaria paniculata (M.Martens & Galeotti) Baker [unknown]
- Tovaria thyrsoidea Baker [unknown]
- Tovaria laxiflora Baker [unknown]
- Vagnera paniculata (M.Martens & Galeotti) Standl. [unknown]
Description
Maianthemum paniculatum (also called Panicled False Lily-of-the-Valley, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to North America. It is a small to medium-sized herbaceous plant, growing up to 1 meter tall, with a stem up to 30 cm in diameter. It grows in moist woodlands, often near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Maianthemum paniculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties. The wood is used to make furniture and other items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Maianthemum paniculatum has small, white flowers, small, black seeds and seedlings with long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Maianthemum paniculatum can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some wind.
Where to Find Maianthemum paniculatum
Maianthemum paniculatum can be found in temperate regions of North America, including the United States and Canada.
Maianthemum paniculatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maianthemum paniculatum?
Maianthemum paniculatum
What is the common name of Maianthemum paniculatum?
Panicled False Lily of the Valley
What is the natural habitat of Maianthemum paniculatum?
Woodlands, forests, and meadows
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,