False Solomon's Seal (Smilacina racemosa (Maianthemum racemosum ssp racemosum))-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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False Solomon's Seal
Smilacina racemosa (Maianthemum racemosum ssp racemosum)

False Solomon's Seal
False Solomon's Seal
 
Features

Small white flowers in a cluster at the end of an arched stem, followed by red berries.

 
 
Culture
Partial shade and consistently moist soils.  
 
Mature Height
2-3 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
White
 
 
Bloom Season
May - June
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.

 
Additional Notes

Found in woods. Spreads slowly by rhizomes.