Polygonatum biflorum var. communatum

Common Name
Giant solomon's seal
Large solomon's-seal
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
5.0
Region
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Commercially available
Yes

Photographer: violetnettle
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Photographer: violetnettle
Licensed under: CC BY-NC 4.0
Original photo: Original photo

Photographer: violetnettle
Licensed under: CC BY-NC 4.0
Original photo: Original photo

Additional Info

Habitat: Found in moist forested areas and roadbanks

Wildlife Value: Roots consumed by mammals. Fruits attract birds.

Notes: There is considerable controversery surrounding the taxonomy of great Solomon's seal

Flower Color
Cream/White
Green
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Bloom Month
May
June
Light Requirements
Partial sun
Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Dry
Soil Texture
High organic matter
Low Maintenance
Yes
Seed or Fruit eaten by wildlife?
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Hummingbirds
Tolerates
Nurseries that may carry live plant