Maianthemum racemosum (False Solomon's Seal, False Spikenard)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Maianthemum |
| Species | racemosum |
| Synonyms | Smilacina racemosum |
| Category | Perennials, Wildflowers & Weeds |
| Origin | Western and central United States of America. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2a - 7a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -40 - (-9) |
| Temperature (°F) | -40 - 15 |
| Height | 70 -100 cm |
| Spread | 50 - 75 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Rhizomatous herbaceous perennial. |
| ID Characteristic | Arched stems with broad-elliptic leaves holding fluffy white flowers. |
| Shape | Tall, arching stems. |
| Landscape | Massing in shade or woodland gardens, suitable as a ground cover in such situations. |
| Propagation | Easily by spring or late summer divisions. |
| Cultivation | Grow in humus rich, moisture retentive soil in partial shade. |
| Pests | No major issues. |
| Notable Specimens | Joany’s Woods, West Williams, Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Climax forests where a suitable humus level has developed. |
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