Forbs of Treehaven - Wild Lily of the Valley (Canada Mayflower)

Wild Lily of the Valley (Canada Mayflower) Maianthemum canadense

Foliage Type: leaf Arrangement: simple, alternate

Distinguishing features:

Habitats:

dry mesic sites
mesic sites
wet mesic sites

Ecological Value:

Did You Know?

Wild Lily of the Valley (Canada Mayflower)

root was used as a good-luck charm for winning games.

Uses / Ethnobotanical uses:

American Indians used plant tea for headaches, and to "keep kidneys open during pregnancy"
gargle for sore throats
folk expectorant for coughs, soothing to sore throats

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Last updated on September 30, 2001.

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Habitats:	dry mesic sites mesic sites wet mesic sites
Ecological Value:
Did You Know?	Wild Lily of the Valley (Canada Mayflower) root was used as a good-luck charm for winning games.
Uses / Ethnobotanical uses:	American Indians used plant tea for headaches, and to "keep kidneys open during pregnancy" gargle for sore throats folk expectorant for coughs, soothing to sore throats