Canada Mayflower (Maianthemum canadense)
Canada Mayflower (Maianthemum canadense) is a low-growing woodland perennial with delicate white flower spikes followed by red berries.
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Sunlight
Prefers partial to full shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil with an acidic to neutral pH.
Temperature
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light feeding in spring.
Care Requirements
Prefers partial to full shade.
Protect from direct sun.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil with an acidic to neutral pH.
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures.
Ideal range 15-24 °C.
Outdoor
Light feeding in spring.
Use compost or balanced fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Foliage, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.15-0.25 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.3-0.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAsparagaceae
- genusMaianthemum
- speciesMaianthemum canadense
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Berries are not considered toxic, but ingestion is not recommended.