Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
roseum
ID:
717539

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ledeb.) Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 5: 144 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716872

Common Names

  • Roseum Polygonatum
  • Rose Solomon's Seal
  • Rose False Solomon's Seal

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Synonyms

  • Convallaria rosea Ledeb. [unknown]

Description

Polygonatum roseum (also called Rose Solomon's Seal, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has white or yellowish-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Polygonatum roseum is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has fragrant flowers and attractive foliage and can be used as a ground cover or in borders and containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygonatum roseum has pink flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygonatum roseum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F). To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring in a shady location. To propagate by division, dig up the plant in early spring and divide the clumps. Replant the divisions in a shady location.

Where to Find Polygonatum roseum

Polygonatum roseum can be found in China and Japan.

Polygonatum roseum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygonatum roseum?

Polygonatum roseum

What is the common name of Polygonatum roseum?

Rose Solomon's Seal

What is the natural habitat of Polygonatum roseum?

Moist, shady woods

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-284155: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.