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Polygonatum commutatum
An upright Hosta-like plant, quite different than those which are much more common and shown around its base in this photo.
Woodland
Agreed, Solomon's Seal (Polygonatum commutatum). The smaller but similar and more numerous in this locale, I see identified as False Solomon's Seal. I've just observed that this has been a good year for them her in the woodlands of northern Illinois.