false Solomon's-seal

Plant Type

Herbaceous Wildflower

Life Cycle

Perennial

Typical Size

2-3 ft. tall
3-4 ft. wide

Inolerant of

Poorly Drained Soil, Direct Afternoon Sun

Propagation

By division

Plant Planting Notes

False Solomon’s seal does not like having it’s root system disturbed, so transplanting can be difficult for plants that have not become well established.

Plants/Diseases

No significant disease or pest issues.

Wildlife Benefits

Nectar/pollen source for pollinating insects, Fruit/seeds for birds

Leaves

Leaves alternate, lanceolate to oblong with entire margins.

Flowers

Tiny, fragrant, and white flowers on a showy raceme that emerges from the top of each growth.

Fruit

Red berry with white speckling.

Toxicity

No known toxicity.

USDA Hardiness Zones

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Light Exposure

Part Sun/Shade

Soil Moisture

Moist

Soil Drainage

Well-drained

Native in South Carolina?

Yes

Plant Native Habitat

Xeric to mesic forests.

Global Conservation Status (NatureServe)

Secure (G5)

Federal Conservation Status (USFWS)

Not Listed

Distribution Notes

Rare in the South Carolina coastal plain and sandhills. Uncommon in the piedmont. Common in the mountains.