Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

Details of genus: Convallaria L. [235]

genus_ja:

genus_en: Lilly-of-the-valley

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accepted: Accepted

Family: Asparagaceae

family_ja: キジカクシ

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distribution_en:

description_en: Genus of 3 species, sometimes considered to be one variable species, of rhizomatous perennials found in light woodland, scrub, or alpine meadows in N. temperate regions. They have ovate-lance-shaped to elliptic, stalked, basal leaves. Pendent, bell-shaped, fragrant, mostly white flowers are produced in arching racemes. Grow in a wild or woodland garden, or use for ground cover in a damp, shady border. The seeds of C. majalis may cause mild stomach upset if ingested.

hardiness_en: Fully hardy.

cultivation_en:

propagation_en: Sow seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe, removing the flesh from the seeds before sowing. Separate rhizomes in autumn, keeping moist until established.

pests_en: Susceptible to grey mould (Botrytis).

description_ja:

comment: N.temperate

comment_ja: スズラン

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Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2020-09-04 03:56

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