Angular Solomon’s Seal

(Polygonatum odoratum)

Angular Solomon’s Seal (Polygonatum odoratum)

Andreas Rockstein

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Estimated Native Range

Summary

Polygonatum odoratum, commonly known as Angular Solomon’s Seal, is a deciduous perennial herb that thrives in temperate deciduous forests, often found in shaded and moist areas such as woodland understories and along stream banks in Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It typically grows to 85 cm (33 in) in height and 30 cm (12 in) in width, featuring gracefully arching stems with alternate, simple leaves. The plant is notable for its small, bell-shaped, fragrant white flowers with green tips that dangle from the stems in spring, adding a delicate charm to shaded garden areas. The flowers are followed by black berries in late summer, which are also visually appealing but should not be consumed as they are toxic.

Angular Solomon’s Seal is valued for its ability to form attractive colonies in shaded garden spots, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shade gardens, and naturalized areas. It is also used as a ground cover and in border plantings. The plant is relatively low-maintenance, requiring minimal care once established. It prefers part shade to full shade and consistently moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. While it is generally pest-free, it can occasionally suffer from slug damage. Cultivars such as ’Flore Pleno’ with double flowers and ’Variegatum’ with variegated foliage offer additional ornamental interest.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

Plant Type: Herb
Height: 2-3 feet
Width: 0.8-1 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Flower Color: White, Green
Flowering Season: Spring
Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

Sun: Part Shade, Full Shade
Water: Medium, High
Drainage: Medium

Common Uses

Bank Stabilization, Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Erosion Control, Fragrant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Street Planting

Natural Habitat

Temperate deciduous forests, often in shaded and moist areas such as woodland understories and along stream banks

Other Names

Common Names: Scented Solomon’s Seal, Aromatic Solomon’s-Seal, Scented Solomon’s-Seal, Angular Solomon’s-Seal, Kantet Konval, Gemeiner Salomonssiegel, Wohlriechende Weißwurz, Kalliokielo, Sceau De Salomon Odorant, Kantkonvall

Scientific Names: , Polygonatum odoratum, Polygonatum ambiguum, Convallaria odorata, Polygonatum odoratum f. ovalifolium, Polygonatum sigillum,

GBIF Accepted Name: Polygonatum odoratum (Mill.) Druce