Polygonatum biflorum is a species of herbaceous plant that belongs to the family Asparagaceae. It is native to North America and is known by several other common names such as Solomon's seal, sealwort, and ladder-to-heaven.
The plant has long been used in traditional medicine for its beneficial properties. It contains saponins and is a good source of vitamin C and vitamin A. Polygonatum biflorum is also called twinflower Solomon's seal, great Solomon's seal, and small Solomon's seal.
In terms of appearance, the plant has arching stems that grow up to two feet tall and are lined with oval-shaped leaves. The stems bear small white or greenish-yellow bell-shaped flowers that grow in pairs, hence the name biflorum. The plant is often used for landscaping and is popular for its graceful form and delicate flowers.