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Maianthemum

Maianthemum

9.9
A forest plant with small white bell-shaped flowers like lily of the valley
  • noun
  • /maɪˈænθəməm/
  • Specialized
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  • The moist forest floor was carpeted with Maianthemum in full bloom.

Examples

  • Researchers have observed pollinators visiting Maianthemum during the late spring months.

  • I found a patch of Maianthemum in the forest.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Maianthemum for its shade tolerance and delicate flowers.

  • The Maianthemum plant blooms beautifully in spring.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Maianthemum for its shade tolerance and delicate flowers.

  • The moist forest floor was carpeted with Maianthemum in full bloom.

  • Researchers have observed pollinators visiting Maianthemum during the late spring months.

Compounds

Maianthemum bifolium
  • Specialized
9.9

A small forest plant with white bell-shaped flowers on the ground

Maianthemum canadense
  • Specialized
9.9

A small wild plant with two leaves and clusters of small white fragrant flowers

Surface Forms

Maianthemum singular
Maianthemas plural

Etymology

Maianthemum comes from parts that mean 'May' (mai-) and 'flower' (-anthemum). So the name is like 'May flower', which helps you remember these woodland plants that make small white blooms in late spring, like the false lily of the valley.