Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
gracilipedoides
ID:
509893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ohsako & Ohnishi

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Genes Genet. Systems 77: 402 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509225

Common Names

  • Fagopyrum gracilipedoides
  • Gracilipedoides Buckwheat
  • Gracilipedoides Tartary Buckwheat

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Description

Fagopyrum gracilipedoides (also called Slender-Stalked Buckwheat, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Polygonaceae family. It is an annual herb with a woody base and a stem that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to China and grows in rocky areas and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Fagopyrum gracilipedoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high ornamental value due to its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fagopyrum gracilipedoides is a bright yellow color, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fagopyrum gracilipedoides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Fagopyrum gracilipedoides

Fagopyrum gracilipedoides is native to China.

Fagopyrum gracilipedoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fagopyrum gracilipedoides?

Fagopyrum gracilipedoides

What is the common name of Fagopyrum gracilipedoides?

Not available

What is the natural habitat of Fagopyrum gracilipedoides?

It is found in the temperate regions of East Asia

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2607118: Based on the initial data import
Ohmi Ohnishi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ohnishi' in the authors string.
Takanori Ohsako: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ohsako' in the authors string.