Star Flower Solomon’s Seal | Maianthemum stellatum - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Star Flower Solomon’s Seal | Maianthemum stellatum

A lush, green ground cover of leafy plants with some moisture visible, set in a natural forest environment.

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Lance-shaped leaves zigzag along stem that ends in a cluster of star-shaped white flowers. Striped berries darken with age.

Plant Details

Habitats	Oak Woodland, Riparian Forests, Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland
Habitat Notes	Prefers woodlands, open meadows and shores of sandy marshes.
Mature Height	6"-2' tall
Shade Preference	part shade
Soil Tolerance	Moist, well-drained soil
Special Uses	Wildlife forage, cover and food.

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Oak Woodland

Oregon White Oaks dominate these woodlands and may support an open to moderately shrubby understory. Over thirty percent of the canopy shades the ground, but still filter light allowing oak seedling…

A lush green riparian forest with tall red alder trees and a rocky stream running through it.

Riparian Forests

Riparian areas are defined by NRCS as ecosystems that occur along waterways and water bodies. They serve as the transition between aquatic and terrestrial zones.

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Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland

Mixed hardwoods and conifers characterize this habitat which is widespread in western Oregon in the medium elevations of the hills of the Coast Range. Precipitation is higher in this habitat than in…