Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
humile
ID:
717170

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. ex Maxim.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. St.-Pétersbourg Divers Savans 9: 275 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716503

Common Names

  • Humile Polygonatum
  • Humiles Polygonatum
  • Humiles Polygonatum

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Synonyms

  • Polygonatum humillimum Nakai [unknown]
  • Polygonatum humile humillimum (Nakai) Y.N.Lee [unknown]
  • Polygonatum officinale humile (Fisch. ex Maxim.) Baker [unknown]

Description

Polygonatum humile (also called Dwarf Solomon's Seal, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has small, oval leaves and produces white flowers in the spring. It is found in moist woodlands and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonatum humile 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 humile has small, bell-shaped white flowers that hang in clusters from the stem. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonatum humile 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 humile

Polygonatum humile can be found in the temperate forests of Europe.

Polygonatum humile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonatum humile?

Polygonatum humile

What is the common name of Polygonatum humile?

Polygonatum humile

Where is Polygonatum humile 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-284065: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.