Horticulture/Polygonatum odoratum

Polygonatum odoratumSolomon's Seal Polygonatum odoratum jfg.jpg Polygonatum odoratum Polygonatum odoratum, commonly known as Angular Solomon's-seal or Scented Solomon's-seal, is a plant species of the genus Polygonatum. In Britain it is one of three native species of the genus, the others being ../Polygonatum multiflorum/ and ../Polygonatum verticillatum/. Description Polygonatum odoratum is a colonizing herbaceous plant with alternate, simple leaves, on green stems. The flowers are white, borne in spring. Growing Conditions Varieties Variegated Solomon's seal (P. odoratum 'Variegatum') is often cultivated in shade gardens. Uses P. odoratum is used in traditional Chinese medicine, where it is called yùzhú (玉竹). Maintenance Propagation Harvest Pests and Diseases References species y y y y y y y 7.12.13