False Solomon ’s seal , also known as Maianthemum racemosum , goes by several other names in the gardening and landscaping world . Some of these alternative name include Eastern Solomon’s - plume , False Spikenard , Feathery False Lily of the Valley , Smilacina , and Solomon ’s Plume . These name reflect the various characteristics and associations of this various plant .
One of the common alternative names for false Solomon ’s Navy SEAL is Eastern Solomon’s - plume . This name emphasise the plant ’s native compass , as it is commonly witness in the eastern regions of North America . The terminal figure “ plume ” refers to the feathery appearance of the plant ’s flower cluster , which are held atop tall , arching stem .
False Spikenard is another name used for Maianthemum racemosum . This name is derived from the plant ’s resemblance to true spikenard ( Aralia racemosa ) , a related specie . Both plants have similar growing habits , with tall stems and clusters of little , white flowers . The condition “ spikenard ” refers to the spike - same organization of these flower .
Feathery False Lily of the Valley is a descriptive name for false Solomon ’s sealing wax that play up its resemblance to the pop garden industrial plant , Lily of the Valley ( Convallaria majalis ) . Both plants have clusters of small , white , bell - mould flowers that emit a pleasant fragrance . to boot , the foliation of false Solomon ’s seal is reminiscent of Lily of the Valley , with its broad , lance - shaped leaves .
Smilacina is another name used to refer to false Solomon ’s seal . This name is gain from the genus name of the plant , Smilacina , which was previously used to classify this species . However , it is now recognized as Maianthemum racemosum . The name Smilacina is still used in some gardening character , peculiarly among enthusiasts and collector .
Solomon ’s Plume is yet another name for sour Solomon ’s Navy SEAL . This name likely stems from the plant ’s marvellous , plumage - like heyday clusters , which resemble the plumage of feathering often associated with Solomon , a scriptural chassis known for his wiseness . The name “ Solomon ’s Plume ” adds a touch sensation of elegance and mystique to this versatile and attractive industrial plant .
In my personal experience , I have see simulated Solomon ’s seal under various names depending on the region and gardening community . Different names often come up due to regional predilection , cultural association , or personal preferences of individual gardener and landscapers . It is fascinating to see how the same plant life can be concern to by different names , but they all at long last refer to the same species , Maianthemum racemosum .
Caroline Bates
