When Do Polygonatum Seeds Generally Mature

Polygonatum is a common medicinal herb in China, with high medicinal value, and it is grown in many regions. If you want to grow Polygonatum well, you need to select good seeds, so when do Polygonatum seeds mature?

1. When do Polygonatum seeds mature?

Polygonatum seeds generally mature in spring and autumn, but the seeds at late autumn and early winter are the plumpest and strongest, with the best quality. Generally, transplanted Polygonatum can be harvested for seeds after 1-2 years of growing, and sown Polygonatum can be harvested after 3-4 years of growing.

2. How are Polygonatum seeds harvested?

Polygonatum is generally harvested and processed in spring and autumn, and the quality is better when harvested in autumn. When cultivated for 3~4 years, after the aboveground part withers in autumn, harvest it, dig out the rhizome, remove the aboveground part and fibrous roots, wash off the soil, place it in a steamer and steam until it appears oily and glossy, then take it out and dry it in the sun or by heat, or place it in water and boil it, then take it out and dry it in the sun or by heat.

In general, Polygonatum seeds generally mature in spring and autumn, but harvesting at late autumn and early winter is best, as they are not only plump but also of good quality.