Polygonatum wardii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wardii
ID:
717634
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.T.Wang & Tang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , Bot. 7: 284 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716967
Common Names
- Polygonatum wardii
- Ward's Solomon's Seal
- Ward's Polygonatum
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Polygonatum wardii (also called Ward's Solomon's seal, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Polygonatum wardii is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polygonatum wardii has white flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Polygonatum wardii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Polygonatum wardii
Polygonatum wardii is native to India and Nepal.
Polygonatum wardii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polygonatum wardii?
Polygonatum wardii
What is the common name of Polygonatum wardii?
Ward's Solomon's Seal
What is the natural habitat of Polygonatum wardii?
Polygonatum wardii is found in moist woods and thickets in the eastern United States
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-284186: Based on the initial data import
Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.