Status:
valid
Authors:
Martelli.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bogos. : 69 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000386982
Common Names
- Oxygonum atriplicifolium
- Atriplicate-Leaved Oxygonum
- Oxygonum
Synonyms
- Oxygonum somalense Chiov. [unknown]
- Polygonum owenii Bojer [unknown]
- Ceratogonon atriplicifolium Meisn. [unknown]
- Ceratogonon owenii (Bojer) Bojer [unknown]
Description
Oxygonum atriplicifolium (also called Atriplicifoliate Oxygonum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Oxygonum atriplicifolium is an attractive ornamental plant that is grown for its bright yellow flowers and lush foliage. It is also used as a ground cover and in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxygonum atriplicifolium has small, white, five-petaled flowers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxygonum atriplicifolium is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When sowing the seed, it should be done in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Oxygonum atriplicifolium
Oxygonum atriplicifolium can be found in South Africa.
Oxygonum atriplicifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxygonum atriplicifolium?
Oxygonum atriplicifolium
What is the common name of Oxygonum atriplicifolium?
Atriplicifoliate Oxygonum
Where is Oxygonum atriplicifolium native to?
Australia
Species in the Oxygonum genus
Oxygonum buchananii,
Oxygonum delagoense,
Oxygonum auriculatum,
Oxygonum atriplicifolium,
Oxygonum annuum,
Oxygonum alatum,
Oxygonum acetosella,
Oxygonum stuhlmannii,
Oxygonum sinuatum,
Oxygonum salicifolium,
Oxygonum fruticosum,
Oxygonum gramineum,
Oxygonum pachybasis,
Oxygonum lineare,
Oxygonum limbatum,
Oxygonum dregeanum,
Oxygonum sagittatum,
Oxygonum subfastigiatum,
Oxygonum schliebenii,
Oxygonum leptopus,
Oxygonum hirtum,
Oxygonum ellipticum,
Oxygonum magdalenae,
Oxygonum lobatum,
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,