Polygonatum graminifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graminifolium
ID:
717165
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 9: t. 833 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716498
Common Names
- Graminifolium Polygonatum
- Graminifoliums Polygonatum
- Graminifoliums Polygonatum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Polygonatum graminifolium (also called 'Grass-Leaved Solomon's Seal', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to China. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. Its native regions are China and Japan, and it can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Polygonatum graminifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it contains compounds that can help to reduce inflammation and improve circulation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polygonatum graminifolium has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Polygonatum graminifolium is a hardy perennial that is native to Europe and Asia. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or sheltered spot outdoors. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Polygonatum graminifolium
Polygonatum graminifolium can be found in the temperate forests of Europe.
Polygonatum graminifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polygonatum graminifolium?
Polygonatum graminifolium
What is the common name of Polygonatum graminifolium?
Polygonatum graminifolium
Where is Polygonatum graminifolium native to?
New Zealand
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-284064: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.