Maianthemum fuscum (Himalayan False Solomon's Seal) Syn. Smilacina fusca Distinctive Foliage Once a plant has settled

Once a plant has settled in it is one of the few that readily self sow seed easily

Plants can increase quite quickly to form large clumps

perennial meadows and among Rhododendron

male flowers and female flowers on separate plants

Maianthemum fuscum (Himalayan False Solomon's Seal) Syn. Smilacina fusca Distinctive Foliage Once a plant has settledFamily: Asparagaceae Zone: 4 9 Natural Range: Himalayas Soil: Moist, humus rich, well drained Light: Part shade Height: 1' 2' Attributes: Deciduous, Arching stems with oval leaves to 6" long. Panicles of purple and greenish white flowers in late spring early summer. Fruit in late summer early fall. Notes: Interesting arching habit. In the wild Maianthemum fuscum grows at moderatly high elevations mixed among ferns. Pot Size: 4" Band Pot