Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
geminiflorum
ID:
717275

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Voy. Inde 4: 170 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716608

Common Names

  • Polygonatum Geminiflorum
  • Twinflower Solomon's Seal
  • Gemini-flowered Solomon's Seal

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Synonyms

  • Polygonatum ciliatum Royle [unknown]

Description

Polygonatum geminiflorum (also called Twin-flowered Solomon's seal, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its white flowers and long, arching stems.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonatum geminiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of timber, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonatum geminiflorum has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonatum geminiflorum is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 1m in height. It is best grown in a shady position in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Polygonatum geminiflorum

Polygonatum geminiflorum is native to Europe and Asia.

Polygonatum geminiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonatum geminiflorum?

Polygonatum geminiflorum

What is the common name of Polygonatum geminiflorum?

Twin-flowered Solomon's Seal

What is the natural habitat of Polygonatum geminiflorum?

Woodlands, meadows, and streambanks

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,

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